From Pediatrics to Geriatrics [Pediatric Phlebotomy]

By MCL Education • December 6, 2017

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April 21, 2017

 
Video length: 1:18:5

Overview

This session will focus on the challenges associated with age-related collections, dealing specifically with both the pediatric and geriatric patient. Techniques will be discussed that will meet the needs of the patients and allow the successful collection of a quality specimen. Age-specific competency assessment criteria will be discussed as it relates to training and maintaining necessary staff.

Objectives

• Define the phlebotomy challenges associated with pediatric and geriatric patients.
• Identify ways to adapt learned techniques for performing difficult collections.
• Discuss age-specific competency issues as part of a phlebotomist’s training.

Faculty

Randy Gruhlke
Education Specialist
Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology
Instructor in Laboratory Medicine and Pathology

Note: No credit is offered for this Phlebotomy presentation.

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