ALLH175 Phlebotomy

Phlebotomy consists of lecture, on campus lab practice hours, and off campus externship site practice. Course content includes anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system, related medical terminology, anatomical site selection, HIPAA and other legal considerations, use of blood collection equipment, order of draw and techniques on how to approach difficult draws and/or patients. Course content also includes infection control and laboratory safety, functions of the medical laboratory, patient identification and preparation for blood draws. Cultural awareness and consideration of patients is emphasized. Students will be eligible to sit for the NHA CPT Certification exam following successful completion of the course.

Credits

5

Prerequisite

none

Corequisite

none

Offered

OD