Title: Describe basic human anatomy and physiology in relation to phlebotomy.
Course: Patient Care Technician (14051-III) > Section: Understanding Phlebotomy and Related Procedures

Description should include

- the three veins (i.e., median cubital, cephalic, and basilica)
- venipuncture—for the purposes of blood collection; usually performed on superficial veins in the cubital fossa region.

Teacher Resource: Best Sites for Venipuncture, Becton, Dickinson, and Company Diagnostics

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the difference between arteries and veins?
- How does one know whether an artery has been punctured by mistake?