Introduction to Phlebotomy Flashcards
Accreditation
official approval of a program from a professional
organization
Certification
verification that an individual has demonstrated
proficiency in a particular area of practice
CEU’s
Continuing Education Units credits for participation in a continuing education program
Informed Consent
consent to a procedure with full understanding of
the risk and the right to refuse to undergo procedure
(PHI)
Protected Health Information. any part of a patient’s health
information that is linked to information that identifies the patient
Standards
established requirements used in an accredited program
ASCP
American Society Clinical Pathology
NHA
National Health Association
CPT
Certified Phlebotomy Technician
ASPT
American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians
HIPAA
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
blood could be collected by
Venipuncture via needles
2. Capillary puncture via finger sticks
AMT
American Medical Technologist
NPA
National Phlebotomy Association
NCCT
National Center for Competency Testing