Phlebotomy Certification Course: Blood Draw Technique, Safety & Exam Prep/Sites to Avoid and Complication Risks6 / 19
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Sites to Avoid and Complication Risks
Certification exams consistently test your ability to recognize when NOT to draw from a site — mastectomy side, hematoma, edema, or an arm with an active IV line are all classic exam scenarios. This lesson covers the recognized contraindications and the reasoning behind each, so you can answer situational questions correctly rather than relying on memorized lists alone.
Introduction to Phlebotomy Practice
The Role of the Phlebotomist in Clinical CareCertification Pathways and Exam StructureRequired Equipment and Supply IdentificationAnatomy and Physiology for Venipuncture
Vein Selection and Upper Limb AnatomyCirculatory System Basics Relevant to Blood DrawsSites to Avoid and Complication RisksVenipuncture and Capillary Puncture Technique
Step-by-Step Venipuncture ProcedureThe Order of Draw and Additive Color CodesCapillary (Fingerstick and Heelstick) CollectionTroubleshooting Difficult DrawsSafety, Infection Control, and Legal Standards
Standard Precautions and Infection ControlSharps Safety and Exposure ResponsePatient Identification and Legal DocumentationSpecimen Handling and Processing
Proper Labeling and Specimen Rejection CriteriaCentrifugation, Storage, and Transport RequirementsRecognizing Hemolysis and Specimen Quality IssuesPatient Interaction and Professional Practice
Communication and Consent Before the DrawManaging Difficult Patients and Special PopulationsProfessionalism, Confidentiality, and HIPAA Basics