Phlebotomy

Master practical phlebotomy skills with Phlebotomy: Worktext and Procedures Manual, 5th Edition! Known for its storyboard format of procedures and beautiful illustrations, this hands-on worktext describes all aspects of phlebotomy — with focused and current coverage of lab tests, equipment, safety and collection procedures, emergency situations, special populations, and point-of-care testing. Procedures, outlined with step-by-step instructions and full-color photos, cover core competencies; and a detachable bookmark with color tube guide acts as a handy clinical reference. Learning features focus on clinical scenarios, practice tips, and error prevention and are supplemented by videos and certification exam preparation.

Key Features 

Right-sized coverage of the full spectrum of phlebotomy practice.

Step-by-step illustrated procedures on essential phlebotomy competencies and techniques.

Exam preparation questions in each chapter and three mock certification exams help with classroom and board test review.

Clinical scenarios and tips focus on application and real-world workplace challenges and solutions.

Removable bookmark for handy clinical reference to tube color-coding.

OSHA icons in procedures highlight safe and effective practice.

Key terms and acronyms listed at the beginning of each chapter, highlighted in text, and defined in a back-of-book glossary.

Additional online resources – animations, procedure videos, interactive exercises, and an audio glossary.

Robin S. Warekois, MT(ASCP), Senior Medical Technologist Customer Service Lab Corp of America Tampa, Florida UNITED STATES; Richard Robinson, NASW, Scientific and Technical Writer Sherborn, Massachusetts UNITED STATES and Pamela Primrose