MLA Responsibilities

Question 1

phlebotomy vs venipuncture

Answer 1

phlebotomy: to puncture a vein to draw blood for laboratory testing
venipuncture: to puncture a vein to draw blood, insert an IV, make blood donations

Question 2

purposes of phlebotomy

Answer 2

diagnostic, therapeutic assessment, monitor

Question 3

Why is it important for MLAs to teach patients about test procedures

Answer 3

providing sufficient, understandable instructions can lead to more accurate testing; better patient care

Question 4

examples of professional competencies (8)

annual competencies

Answer 4

certifications, infection control, fire safety knowledge, proper dress code, professional behavior and ethics, measure of skill level, efficiency and quality

Question 5

examples of professionalism at work (11)

what makes you a professional at work

Answer 5

responsibilities, accountability, punctuality, competence, dress code, personal hygiene, appearance, motivation and attitude, continuing education, safety, communication