Phlebotomy (3)

• venipuncture

• arterial puncture

• capillary/dermal puncture

Methods of Bloodletting (2)

• Generalized method (2)

  • venesection

  • arteriotomy

• Localized method (1)

  • scarification with cupping and leeches.

In the Philippines, a phlebotomist must meet the following recognition to practice phlebotomy:

1. Registered Medical Technologist

2. Registered Medical Laboratory Technician

3. Graduate of Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science

4. Graduate of other health professions and has undergone intensive

   training for phlebotomy (including blood bank phlebotomy)

The phlebotomy profession emerged as an expansion to Medical Technology

1. Obtaining blood for diagnostic purposes

2. Remove blood for transfusion at donation centers

3. Remove blood for therapeutic purposes

Hippocrates Treatment Includes (4)

• bloodletting

• purging

• catharsis

• diuresis

TRADITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF A PHLEBOTOMIST

1. Demonstrate professionalism by their conduct, appearance,

   composure and communication skills.

2. Know the facility’s policies and procedures.

3. Properly identify patients.

4. Collect both venous and capillary blood specimens.

5. Select the appropriate and accurate specimen container for

   specified tests.

6. Properly label, handle, and transport specimens following its

   policies.

7. Sort specimens received and process specimen for delivery to each

   laboratory sections.

8. Perform computer operations and/or update log sheets where

   require.

9. Perform basic laboratory procedures including preparation of

   reagents, care and maintenance of glassware and preparation of

   laboratory specimen for testing.

10. Observe all safety regulations and always practice confidentiality.

11. Attendance in a Continuing Professional Education

ADDITIONAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF A PHLEBOTOMIST

1. Training of other HCPs to perform phlebotomy

2. Monitoring the quality of samples collected on the units

3. Evaluation of protocols associated with specimen collection

4. Performing and monitoring of Point of Care Testing

5. Performing Electrocardiogram (ECG

6. Performing of measuring patient’s vital sign

7. Collection of arterial blood sample

8. Collection of samples from central venous access devise

9. Performing therapeutic phlebotomy

PROFESSIONAL TRAITS (Phlebotomist are Laboratory Ambassadors)

• Accurate and Precise

• Good Communication Skills

• Organized, Responsible and Flexible

• Integrity, Honesty & Competence

• Professional Appearance

• Compassionate, Courteous & Respectful

• Self-Motivated

• Dependable, Cooperative & Committed

COMMUNICATION IN HEALTH CARE SETTING

Communication components

• verbal

• active listening

• non-verbal (4)

  • Kinesics

  • Proxemics

  • Appearance

  • Touch

Elements of Communication in Healthcare (4)

• Empathy

• Control

• Respect & Confirmation

• Trust

Telephone Communication