PHLE 1001 - Introduction to Venipuncture

Institution:

Bainbridge College (now Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College-Bainbridge Campus)

Subject:

Description:

This course provides an introduction to blood collecting techniques and processing specimens. Emphasis is placed on the knowledge and skills needed to collect all types of blood samples form hospitalized patients. Topics include venipuncture procedure and safety, isolation techniques, venipuncture problems, and definitions; lab test profiles, other specimen collections, and patient care areas; test combinations and skin punctures; specimen processing and CPR; professional ethics and malpractice; and certification and licensure.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.bainbridge.edu

Phone Number:

(866) 825-1715

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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