Phlebotomy Certification Course: Blood Draw Technique, Safety & Exam Prep/Standard Precautions and Infection Control11 / 19
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Standard Precautions and Infection Control
Standard precautions — treating all blood and body fluids as potentially infectious — form the safety baseline tested throughout the exam, not just in a single dedicated section. This lesson covers proper hand hygiene, PPE selection, and disinfection protocols, along with the reasoning exams expect you to apply when a scenario describes a break in protocol.
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