PLAB Phlebotomy Technician Program Unit 11 Objectives

Describe how specimen collection and laboratory analysis has expanded beyond the traditional laboratory.
List 3 conditions in the geriatric population which would require special interpersonal skills.
List 3 special considerations when performing blood collections at a patient’s home.
Describe the proper performance of the bedside glucose test.
Describe why training of personnel in quality control of glucose meters is so critical.
Describe the use of the I-Stat instrument.
State the instrument utilized for bedside PT and PTT testing.
List 3 other tests which may be performed at the patient bedside.

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