Phlebotomy

UPCOMING PHLEBOTOMY WEBINARS

Reducing Canceled Labs Related to Specimen Integrity in the Eisenberg 3-5 NICU: A Quality Improvement Initiative

PACE/State of CA/State of FL - This “phlebotomy webinar” will walk learners through the quality improvement methodology and describe PDSA cycle interventions that were implemented in this unit which successfully reduced the amount of canceled labs due to specimen integrity.

By MCL Education • June 8, 2022

SAVE THE DATE ~ PHLEBOTOMY WEBINARS

DateTopic
August 17, 2022Reducing Canceled Labs Related to Specimen Integrity in the Eisenberg 3-5 NICU: A Quality Improvement Initiative
November 16, 2022Blood Diversion / Culture Contamination

ON DEMAND PHLEBOTOMY WEBINARS

Transfusion Safety in 2022: Experienced Phlebotomists and Electronic Systems are Key
May 18, 2022

PACE/State of CA/State of FL - Presentation Recording Coming Soon - This “phlebotomy webinar” will provide basic information on blood compatibility, the consequences of incompatibility and the recognition of an acute hemolytic transfusion reaction.

Mission not impossible: Overcoming challenging pediatric draws
February 16, 2022

PACE/State of CA/State of FL - Presentation recording coming soonThis “Phlebotomy Webinar” covers real-life challenging scenarios that arise in the clinical setting. Four unique case studies are presented, and suggestions are discussed on how to help and respond in these situations to support the pediatric patient.

Magically improving the patient experience
November 17, 2021

PACE/State of CA/State of FL - This "Phlebotomy Webinar" will enhance the user’s knowledge regarding how the secrets of magicians can be used to reduce patient fear and anxiety associated with hospital and clinic visits. Attendees will be provided with research studies and rationale for using magic tricks and similar techniques to decrease exam length and possibly sedation needed during radiography exams. Visual examples of concepts will be demonstrated to ensure complete understanding. A variety of tools and recommendations will be offered to fit every health care worker’s comfort level. The goal of the presentation is to provide information that will improve the overall patient experience, as well as make the job of the care provider easier and more enjoyable.
Annual screening for latent tuberculosis in healthcare workers: No longer required
August 18, 2021

PACE/State of CA/State of FL - This "Phlebotomy Webinar" presentation will review the methods available to detect latent infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis, or latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI), including the classic tuberculin skin test and the more recently developed interferon gamma release assays (IGRA).
Impact of pre-analytical variables on clinical laboratory testing and patient care
June 18, 2021

PACE/State of CA/State of FL - This "Phlebotomy Webinar" presentation highlights the most common pre-analytical variables encountered in the hospital setting that may compromise blood specimen integrity and lead to specimen recollection.
Beyond Q-tips: The swabbing guide for SARS-CoV-2
February 17, 2021

PACE/State of CA/State of FL - This "Phlebotomy Webinar" will discuss the various types of swabs that can be used to collect specimens for SARS-CoV-2 molecular testing.
Using Phlebotomy Quality Metrics to Improve Patient Care
November 18, 2020

PACE/State of CA/State of FL - This “Phlebotomy Webinar" will discuss the what and why of quality metrics and indicators and how to determine which indicators to monitor.
Phlebotomy COVID-19 Process
October 21, 2020

PACE/State of CA/State of FL - This “Phlebotomy Webinar” will focus on the role of the phlebotomist and the changes adapted to provide service safely to COVID positive patients in different service areas (ED, ICU vs General floors).
Capillary Puncture vs. Venipuncture: Advantages and Limitations to Using Capillary Blood
August 19, 2020

PACE/State of CA/State of FL - This “Phlebotomy Webinar” will review the physiologic differences between capillary and venous blood, and discuss advantages and limitations to each specimen type.