COURSE OUTLINE: Introduction:Overview, Learning Objectives, Anatomy, Equipment: Tubes, Needles, Tourniquets, Other. Venipuncture:Patient Introduction, Prepping, Blood Draw. ProceduralComplications: Needle Insertion, Other Problems. Quality Assurance: Patient Complications, Suboptimal Specimens.

• Discuss the function and structure of veins. Identify the names and locations of the veins most suitable for phlebotomy
• List equipment and supplies needed to collect blood and discuss the correct use of each
• Describe the steps in performing a venipuncture procedure
• Discuss techniques and equipment used to minimize biohazard exposure
• Identify procedure errors and discuss remedies for each
• Identify complications associated with blood collection and discuss how appropriately to respond when each occurs
• Recognize sub-optimal specimens and their effect on the quality of laboratory test results

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