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Phlebotomy

The practice of collecting blood for medical testing or treatment.

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Venesection

The act of cutting a vein to draw blood.

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Cupping

A therapeutic practice where heated suction cups are applied to the skin, often to relieve pain or inflammation.

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Hirudo medicinalis

The medicinal leech used for bloodletting and clinical applications.

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HIPAA

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, which safeguards patient health information.

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Clinical Laboratory Services

Laboratories that perform tests on patient specimens to aid in diagnosis and evaluation of medical conditions.

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Primary care

The main source for a patient's routine healthcare.

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Telehealth

Healthcare services provided remotely, typically by phone or video conferencing.

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Empathy

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another, crucial for effective communication in healthcare.

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Continuing Education (CE)

Courses or activities designed to maintain or enhance professional skills, often required for license renewal.

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Patient Rights

Legal rights afforded to patients, including the right to privacy and informed consent.

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Confidence in Professionalism

The attribute of demonstrating assurance and poise while interacting with patients.

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Communication Skills

The ability to convey information effectively, utilizing verbal and nonverbal methods.

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Managed Care

A healthcare delivery system that aims to manage costs and quality of care through coordinated approaches.

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Phlebotomist

A trained individual who collects blood samples from patients.

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