AMA 252 - Phlebotomy

Institution:

North Seattle College (formerly Seattle Community College-North Campus)

Subject:

Description:

This course is open only to currently enrolled medical or clinical lab assisting students as a clinical option. The student will learn theory and practical procedures for blood collection by venipuncture and capillary puncture. The anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system, equipment needed for venipuncture and technique are covered. This course also includes patient interaction, selecting the proper site, safety, evacuated tube vs. syringe method, the use of a butterfly collection system, capillary puncture and troubleshooting the unsuccessful venipuncture. Students gain practical experience in this class. This is not an independent phlebotomy class. Permission required. Contact michaelann.allen@seattlecolleges.edu

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.northseattle.edu

Phone Number:

(206) 934-3600

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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