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PHB 190LC - Clinical Internship in Phlebotomy

1-3 Credits, 5-15 Contact Hours
0 lecture periods 5-15 lab periods

Capstone experience for phlebotomy students. Includes an externship in the field where students practice the skills and knowledge they gain during training, such as single and multi-draw venipuncture, capillary draws, storage and transportation of specimens, testing and processing specimens, legal and ethical behaviors and documentation, and professional conduct.

Prerequisite(s): PHB 160 , PHB 162 , PHB 164 , and PHB 166LB  
Information: Credit hours will vary depending on length of time needed for student to obtain required experience for certification. If this course is repeated see a financial aid or Veteran’s Affairs advisor to determine funding eligibility as appropriate.
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Course Learning Outcomes
  1. Apply legal and regulatory standards, implement infection control, and safety techniques (including appropriate use of equipment), in a clinical setting.
  2. Demonstrate proper phlebotomy draw techniques from preparation to specimen handling, and specify special testing and processing requirements.
  3. Prepare accurate, legal, and ethical documentation.
  4. Provide proper instruction to patients in all situations using professional communication.
  5. Display professional, ethical, and safe behaviors.

Outline:
  1. Legal and Regulatory Standards
    1. Healthcare, personnel, and patient laws
      1. HIPAA
      2. OSHA
    2. Laboratory regulation and accreditation
    3. Compliance with standards of practice
  2. Phlebotomy Review
    1. Anatomy and physiology for phlebotomists
    2. Purpose of phlebotomy
    3. Role of the phlebotomist
  3. Communication
    1. Listening and feedback
    2. Assertiveness
    3. Communication with patients
  4. Infection Control and Safety
    1. Cleanliness and sterility
    2. Infection control during all parts of the collection process
    3. Equipment, patient and personal safety
  5. Venipuncture Technique
    1. Types of venipuncture, purpose, location, technique
    2. Types and order of draws
    3. Blood cultures
    4. Specimen handling
      1. Labeling
      2. Storage
      3. Transportation
  6. Processing and testing
    1. Handling and prep techniques
    2. Special considerations
    3. Allergies
  7. Equipment use
    1. Correct and safe use of equipment
    2. Appropriate equipment for the procedure
    3. Infection control
  8. Documentation
    1. Processing orders and making corrections legally
    2. Legal and ethical documentation of collection, transportation and storage
    3. Legal and ethical documentation of collection processing
  9. Patient Education
    1. Admission
    2. Education throughout the collection process
    3. Documenting communication
    4. In-home patient collection
  10. Behaviors
    1. Professional
    2. Ethical
    3. Legal
    4. Team
    5. Safety


Effective Term:
Full Academic Year 2018/2019