Phlebotomy Chapter 1 Flashcards
What is the first duty of a phlebotomist?
Obtain requisition from licensed practitioner
What is the second duty of a phlebotomist?
Identify patient
What is the third duty of a phlebotomist?
Get appropriate equipment
What is the fourth duty of a phlebotomist?
Prepare site
What is the fifth duty of a phlebotomist?
Collect sample
What is the sixth duty of a phlebotomist?
Label sample
What is the seventh duty of a phlebotomist?
Transport accordingly
How should a patient be identified?
Full name and date of birth
How should a collected sample be labeled?
Patient’s full name, date, and time of collection
What are the two most important legal issues in healthcare?
Consent and Confidentiality
What is Informed Consent?
A process where the patient is told clearly about a procedure and the risks that come with it before deciding to continue or stop treatment.
What is Implied Consent?
An unwritten agreement.
Example: Holding arm out for blood draws.
What charges can a phlebotomist face if consent is not obtained?
Assault and Battery, Medical Malpractice
What should a phlebotomist do if a patient refuses a procedure?
Do not perform the procedure, inform the primary care physician.
What does PHI stand for?
Protected Health Information
What does HIPAA stand for?
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
What does HIPAA cover?
HIPAA covers and protects medical information.
