Hartman’s Complete Guide for the Phlebotomy Technician

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Hartman’s Complete Guide for the Phlebotomy Technician

Clear, concise, and up-to-date, Hartman’s Complete Guide for the Phlebotomy Technician will help students master the skills and knowledge they need to pass certification exams and to excel on the job. This book is written specifically for students taking entry-level phlebotomy technician courses or working toward phlebotomy technician certification.

Presents basic anatomy and physiology in a way that relates clearly to the work of phlebotomy technicians
Introduces phlebotomy equipment and the performance of phlebotomy procedures (both venipuncture and capillary puncture) in a clear, organized way
Includes guidelines for effective communication with a wide variety of patient populations
Addresses appropriate responses to challenging blood draws and adverse patient responses
Offers detailed, full-color photos and illustrations throughout the book
Includes Quality Counts and Patients’ Rights boxes, tip boxes, chapter review questions, and a glossary to help students identify and focus on key material
Covers infection prevention, communication skills, scope of practice, and ethics as these subjects relate to the role of phlebotomy technicians
Instructor’s material includes chapter tests, a practice certification exam, full-color handouts (e.g., guide to collection tubes and order of draw), and critical thinking activities

About the Author

Hartman Publishing began offering in-service education programs to long-term care facilities and home health agencies in 1994. Students and teachers using our materials benefit from a company focused solely on educating and inspiring caregivers.