HLTSC 158 - Phlebotomy Basics
Credit Hours: 6
Billable Contact Hours: 8
Prerequisites: ENGL 090 , MATH 090 and RDG 090 or qualified scores on accepted placement tests
Session Cycle: FW
The purpose of this class is to promote quality phlebotomy standards and prepare students to work within the health care community as phlebotomy technicians. Instruction includes healthcare systems, communication, medical terminology, safety and infection control, basic anatomy and physiology, phlebotomy collection procedures. Also addressed will be phlebotomy complications, laboratory test requirements, laboratory mathematics, and personal wellness.
Notes:
Health Sciences Division
Theory Hours: 80
Lab Hours: 40
Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the health care delivery system.
Applies To Phlebotomy Technician, Certificate Program Outcome A & B
2. Demonstrate effective communication and assessment skills when interacting with diverse clients to improve health care.
Applies To Phlebotomy Technician, Certificate Program Outcome A
3. Demonstrate infection control and safety practices unique to the role of a phlebotomist.
Applies To Phlebotomy Technician, Certificate Program Outcome B
4. Utilize medical terminology appropriate to the role of a phlebotomist.
Applies To Phlebotomy Technician, Certificate Program Outcome A & B
5. Explain the relationship between human anatomy, physiology, medical disorders, and the lab tests used to treat those conditions.
Applies To Phlebotomy Technician, Certificate Program Outcome A, B, & C
6. Identify specimen collection equipment, blood tube additives, special test requirements, and practices that can interfere in clinical analysis of blood components.
Applies To Phlebotomy Technician, Certificate Program Outcome C & D
7. Describe proper procedures for drawing blood on infants, children, and adults, including the prevention and management of phlebotomy complications that may arise during blood collection.
Applies To Phlebotomy Technician, Certificate Program Outcome B, D, & E
8. Accurately perform venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques on adults with the ability to prevent and manage potential phlebotomy complications.
Applies To Phlebotomy Technician, Certificate Program Outcomes B, C, D, & E
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