Demonstration should include
- identifying patients accurately
- assessing patient status
- evaluating potential hazards to the patient
- choosing and applying appropriate transport and transfer methods
- modifying positioning to accommodate patient status
- practicing preventive measures for disease transmission
- applying principles of body mechanics to avoid injury to the patient or self
- maintaining patient well-being
- using professional patient interaction skills during specimen collection.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What injuries might a patient sustain in the event of syncope? How can such injuries be prevented?
- What is the effect on blood circulation if a patient’s arm is elevated during collection? Why is this important in venipuncture?
- Why is the positioning of the patient important during venipuncture?
- What communication techniques can be applied to reduce patient anxiety?
- What types of injuries might a patient sustain from the prolonged use of the tourniquet?