A single wrong technique in phlebotomy has the capacity to cause pain, bruising, nerve damage perhaps false results, haemolysis, prolonged hospitalization, delayed or missed diagnosis, unnecessary use of antibiotics and a financial burden on the patient. In addition to this, it can lead to a loss of confidence in caregivers and anxiety over future procedures. Health workers are also at risk of needle-stick injury and blood-borne infection if the proper technique is not adhered to.
In addressing these issues, it is vital to teach this procedure in a simulated setting, with feedback on performance and the development of competence, protecting both health workers and patients.
The Phlebotomy Workshop was designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of nursing technicians in technical and procedural aspects, including venipuncture, collection of blood specimens, drawing of sample in tubes and its transportation to laboratory.
The participants were refreshed on human anatomy and physiology, equipment and supplies, infection prevention, and safety measures. The workshop was offered by the 24/7 Emergency & Acute Care (SL-8) in collaboration with the Clinical Laboratories.
A single wrong technique in phlebotomy has the capacity to cause pain, bruising, nerve damage perhaps false results, haemolysis, prolonged hospitalization, delayed or missed diagnosis, unnecessary use of antibiotics and a financial burden on the patient. In addition to this, it can lead to a loss of confidence in caregivers and anxiety over future procedures. Health workers are also at risk of needle-stick injury and blood-borne infection if the proper technique is not adhered to.
In addressing these issues, it is vital to teach this procedure in a simulated setting, with feedback on performance and the development of competence, protecting both health workers and patients.
The Phlebotomy Workshop was designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of nursing technicians in technical and procedural aspects, including venipuncture, collection of blood specimens, drawing of sample in tubes and its transportation to laboratory.
The participants were refreshed on human anatomy and physiology, equipment and supplies, infection prevention, and safety measures. The workshop was offered by the 24/7 Emergency & Acute Care (SL-8) in collaboration with the Clinical Laboratories.
