Phlebotomy Basics
This term refers to the practice of drawing blood from a vein
What is phlebotomy
This personal quality involves being on time and ready to work.
What is punctuality?
This term refers to the official recognition of an educational program
What is accreditation?
This type of consent must be given by the patient before blood is drawn
What is informed consent?
AH stands for this organization.
What is American Allied Health?
Modern phlebotomy is primarily performed for this purpose
What is diagnostic testing or laboratory analysis?*
Name a personal attribute that helps a phlebotomist calm nervous patients
*What is empathy or compassion?
This is the process by which an individual is recognized as qualified to perform a job
What is certification?
This law protects patient privacy and health information
What is HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)?
AMCA stands for this.
What is American Medical Certification Association?
Name one place where phlebotomists can commonly find employment
What is a hospital, clinic, or laboratory?
List six personal qualities that characterize a professional phlebotomist
*What are dependability, honesty, integrity, empathy, professionalism, and communication skills
Name one organization that accredits phlebotomy programs
What is NAACLS (National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences)?
Why is confidentiality a legal issue for phlebotomists?
What is because sharing patient information without consent is illegal?
AMT is short for this professional group
What is American Medical Technologists
List at least three job skills important for a phlebotomist and explain why each is important.
What are communication (to interact with patients), attention to detail (to ensure correct labeling and procedure), and manual dexterity (to perform blood draws safely)
How does a phlebotomist demonstrate professionalism?
What is by dressing appropriately, respecting patient privacy, and following procedures?
Differentiate between accreditation and certification
What is accreditation recognizes programs; certification recognizes individuals
Give one example of a legal responsibility of a phlebotomist.
What is properly identifying patients before drawing blood?
NHA stands for this
*What is National Healthcareer Association?
Describe two major duties of a phlebotomist.
*What are collecting blood specimens and maintaining patient records?
Why is confidentiality important in phlebotomy?
What is because patient information is private and protected by law?*
Name a professional organization with an interest in phlebotomy.
What is the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)?
What could happen if a phlebotomist violates patient confidentiality?
What is disciplinary action, loss of certification, or legal penalties?
This abbreviation stands for the organization that accredits clinical laboratory science programs
What is NAACLS (National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences)?