Check patient identification and confirm testing orders
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Ensure that the right equipment is available and clean
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Gather necessary supplies
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Prepare the patient physically and emotionally for the procedure
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Select and prepare the puncture site using aseptic technique
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Perform the venipuncture itself
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Collect the sample into the correct tube or container
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Ensure patient safety by applying pressure to puncture site
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Label samples accurately according to laboratory regulations
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Approval: Sample Verification by Lab Technician
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Transport samples to the laboratory safely and promptly
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Properly dispose of used supplies
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Clean and disinfect the work area
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Enter patient’s information and test results into computer system
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Approval: Data Entry by Supervisor
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Communicate with laboratory staff about sample status
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Follow up on patient's condition if necessary
Check patient identification and confirm testing orders
Verify the patient's identity and confirm the orders for the tests. This task ensures accurate and reliable results for the patient's healthcare. Are you checking the patient's identification before proceeding?
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Yes
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No
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Blood test
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Urine test
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Genetic test
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Other
Ensure that the right equipment is available and clean
Ensure that the necessary equipment for the phlebotomy procedure is available and properly cleaned. This task guarantees a safe and smooth process. Do you have the required equipment available and clean?
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Needles
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Tourniquet
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Alcohol swabs
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Gloves
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Vacutainer tubes
Gather necessary supplies
Collect all the necessary supplies for the phlebotomy procedure. This task ensures that all required materials are readily available. Are you gathering the necessary supplies for the procedure?
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Collection tubes
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Needle disposal container
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Bandages
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Cotton balls
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Labeling materials
Prepare the patient physically and emotionally for the procedure
Assist the patient in physically and emotionally preparing for the phlebotomy procedure. This task ensures the patient's comfort and cooperation during the process. Are you providing support and assistance to the patient?
Select and prepare the puncture site using aseptic technique
Select the appropriate puncture site and prepare it using aseptic technique. This task minimizes the risk of infection and ensures accurate sample collection. Are you following aseptic technique for site preparation?
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Median cubital vein
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Cephalic vein
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Basilic vein
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Other
Perform the venipuncture itself
Conduct the venipuncture procedure with precision and expertise. This task is a critical step in sample collection. Are you performing the venipuncture procedure?
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Butterfly needle
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Vacutainer system
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Straight needle
Collect the sample into the correct tube or container
Accurately collect the blood sample into the designated tube or container. This task ensures proper sample handling and integrity. Are you using the correct tube or container for sample collection?
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Red top tube
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Purple top tube
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Green top tube
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Other
Ensure patient safety by applying pressure to puncture site
Apply pressure to the puncture site after the sample collection to prevent excessive bleeding. This task promotes patient safety and comfort. Are you applying pressure to the puncture site?
Label samples accurately according to laboratory regulations
Label the collected samples accurately according to the laboratory regulations. This task ensures proper identification and tracking of the samples. Are you labeling the samples according to laboratory regulations?
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Barcode labels
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Handwritten labels
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Pre-printed labels
Approval: Sample Verification by Lab Technician
Will be submitted for approval:
Perform the venipuncture itself
Will be submitted
Collect the sample into the correct tube or container
Will be submitted
Transport samples to the laboratory safely and promptly
Safely and promptly transport the labeled samples to the laboratory. This task ensures the samples' timely arrival for analysis. Are you transporting the samples to the laboratory?
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Courier service
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In-house transfer
3
Other
Properly dispose of used supplies
Dispose of all used supplies properly and according to the disposal guidelines. This task promotes safety and cleanliness. Are you properly disposing of the used supplies?
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Needles
2
Gloves
3
Cotton balls
4
Used collection tubes
5
Other
Clean and disinfect the work area
Thoroughly clean and disinfect the work area after completing the procedure. This task ensures a sterile environment for future phlebotomy procedures. Are you cleaning and disinfecting the work area?
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Countertop
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Equipment
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Floor
4
Waste disposal area
5
Other
Enter patient’s information and test results into computer system
Accurately enter the patient's information and test results into the computer system. This task ensures efficient record-keeping and data management. Are you entering the patient's information and test results into the system?
Approval: Data Entry by Supervisor
Will be submitted for approval:
Enter patient’s information and test results into computer system
Will be submitted
Communicate with laboratory staff about sample status
Effectively communicate with the laboratory staff regarding the status of the samples. This task ensures smooth coordination and prompt analysis. Are you communicating with the laboratory staff about the sample status?
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Phone call
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Email
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In-person meeting
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Other
Follow up on patient's condition if necessary
Perform a follow-up on the patient's condition if required or requested. This task demonstrates care and attention to the patient's well-being. Are you following up on the patient's condition if necessary?
