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Phlebotomy modules 

Education through interactive learning 

These interactive learning modules encompass many of the necessary skills to further develop your knowledge and skills on your journey as a phlebotomist. Information related to collection devices, order of draw, the patient experience, and phlebotomy terminology will be shared. Additionally, safety, specimen integrity and processing, advanced collections, and difficult collections and special populations will be reviewed.

This program will include a total of six modules, each eligible for ASCLS P.A.C.E.® and State of Florida credit. In addition to credit, virtual badges will be awarded upon completion of each module. Each virtual badge recognizes and validates the learner’s successful completion of Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ phlebotomy modules. Once you have obtained all six badges, you will be able to submit them to redeem an overarching certificate of completion. While this does not serve as phlebotomy licensure certification, it does show evidence of the learner’s commitment to furthering their knowledge and skills on their journey as a phlebotomist.

MODULES

Module 1: Introduction to phlebotomy Module 1: Introduction to phlebotomy
Module 1: Introduction to phlebotomy

This module contains an in-depth look at the collection tubes, inversions, and additives, and the recommended order of draw will be reviewed. In addition, general specimen labeling requirements and a summary of key phlebotomy terminology will be shared.

Module 2: Fundamentals of phlebotomy Module 2: Fundamentals of phlebotomy
Module 2: Fundamentals of phlebotomy

This module examines the patient experience and patient privacy, and the inpatient and outpatient identification process will be reviewed. In addition, the legal considerations that a phlebotomist needs to be aware of and a summary of key phlebotomy terminology will be shared.

Module 3: Safety in phlebotomy Module 3: Safety in phlebotomy
Module 3: Safety in phlebotomy

This module features a general introduction to safety precautions, which will help ensure the well-being of you and your patients.

Module 4: Specimen integrity and processing Module 4: Specimen integrity and processing
Module 4: Specimen Integrity and Processing

This module investigates the variables influencing successful blood draws and their potential impact on laboratory outcomes, Quality Assurance principles, the regulatory agencies ensuring patient and healthcare worker safety, and the organizational structure of laboratory roles and responsibilities.

Module 5: Advanced phlebotomy collections Module 5: Advanced phlebotomy collections
Module 5: Advanced Phlebotomy Collections

This module covers advanced blood collection techniques and the specialized procedures that are used when standard blood collection methods may not be feasible or when specific tests require more specialized handling of blood samples.

Module 6: Difficult collections & special populations Module 6: Difficult collections & special populations
Module 6: Difficult collections & special populations

This module contains an overview of phlebotomy techniques for pediatric and geriatric patients who often present as unique challenges due to their physiological and anatomical differences.

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