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NHA Test Question
Role of a Phlebotomist
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Specimen Collection | Primarily blood samples, using venipuncture, finger pricks, or heel pricks for infants. Sometimes nonblood specimens |
| Safety and Sanitation | Proper hand hygiene, wearing appropriate PPE and safely disposing of used needles and other materials. |
| Labeling and Processing | After collecting blood, phlebotomists are responsible for accurately labeling the samples, stored and transferred correctly to the lab. |
| Record Keeping | Time of collection, identify the collector, and any issues or reactions during the procedure |
| Equipment Maintenance | maintain lab equipment and ensuring that all supplies are available and in good working order |
| Quality Control | Ensuring that the blood samples are not contaminated or compromised which could affect the results. |
| Collaboration w/ other health care professionals | They do this to ensure the blood samples are accurately recorded in the patient's medical record. |
| Patient interaction | Explain the procedure, help them feel at ease, and answer any questions. Identify any potential issues that could complicate the blood draw. (fainting, fear of needles) |
| Patient Education | Provide Patients with instructions for post draw care or for preparing for a certain type of blood test that require fasting or other special conditions |