Mobile Phlebotomy

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Course Objectives
  • Demonstrate proper sample management in transit
  • Identify and utilize essential equipment in mobile settings
  • Apply best practices in patient interaction and professionalism
  • Recognize legal and ethical considerations in mobile phlebotomy
Course Content
Course Creator: Kirsten Hermens, NCMA-P
Total CE Hours: 1 Credit Hour 
Pace Course #: 586-2308-25
Key Terms: 
  • Sample integrity
  • Chain of custody
  • HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)
  • Informed Consent
  • OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
  • Negligence
  • Liability Insurance
  • Scope of Practice
  • Point-of-Care Testing (POCT)
  • Hemolysis
  • Hemoconcentration
  • Centrifugation

Outline:
 
  • Objectives
  • Key terms
  • Introduction
    • Mobile Phlebotomy
    • Traditional phlebotomy 
  • Background 
    • What is Mobile Phlebotomy? 
    • Relevance of Mobile Phlebotomy
    •  Who Benefits from Mobile Phlebotomy
    •  Growth of Mobile Phlebotomy
  • Equipment, Draw Kits & Storage 
    • Overview of a Mobile Draw Kit
    • Most Common Mobile Blood Collection Tubes & Additives
    • Specialty Draws Kits
    • Portable Centrifuges
      • Proper Centrifuge Use & Best Practices 
    • Essential Storage Equipment for Mobile Phlebotomy 
      • Specimen transport bags 
      • Portable refrigeration Unit
      • Temperature monitoring devices
  • Sharps Containers & Biohazard Disposal Bags 
  • Maintaining Sterility 
    • Key Steps for Maintaining Sterility in Mobile Phlebotomy
      • Proper Hand Hygiene & Use of PPE
      • Using Sterile Equipment & Supplies
        • Disinfecting the Collection Site
      • Maintaining a Clean Work Area
    • Proper Waste Disposal & Biohazard Safety
      • Follow OSHA and CDC guidelines for handling and disposing of biohazardous materials
    • Challenges in Maintaining Sterility in the Field 
      • Uncontrolled Environments 
      • Limited Access to Running Water
      •  Weather & Environmental Factors 
      • Best Practices to Overcome Sterility Challenges
        • Carry a portable, clean workspace
        •  Keep a fully stocked kit
        •  Be mindful of the surroundings
        •  Educate patients
  •  Emergency Equipment and Preparedness
    • First Aid Kit
    •  Cold Packs
    •  Bloodborne Pathogen Spill Kit
    •  Extra Gloves, Masks, and PPE
    •  Include N95 masks or face shields for high-risk environments.
    •  Emergency Contact Information & Communication Plan
    • Documentation Forms for Incident Reporting
    •  Best Practices for Emergency Preparedness in Mobile Phlebotomy
      •  Managing Samples
      • Preventing Hemolysis
      •  Preventing Contamination
  • Challenges in Mobile Sample Management
    • Temperature Control
    •  Transit times
    •  Labeling accuracy
  •  Chain of Custody in Mobile Phlebotomy – Legal and Compliance Guidelines 
    • Dealing with Sample Rejections
  • Safe Sample Disposal and Biohazard Management
  • Best Practices 
    • Building Trust with Patients – Communication Strategies for Home Visits
    • Infection Control & PPE Use
    • Managing Patient Anxiety and Needle Phobia
    • Assessing Patient Veins on the Go – Tips for Challenging Draws
  • Emergency Situations in Mobile Phlebotomy
    • Emergency Situations
      • Managing Fainting Episodes (Vasovagal Syncope)
      •  Managing Excessive Bleeding
      •  Managing Hematomas
      •  Needle Stick Injury Protocol
      •  Handling Allergic Reactions (Latex, Alcohol, or Tape Sensitivity)
      •  Cardiac Distress or Unresponsive Patient
      •  Additional Preparedness Tips for Mobile Phlebotomists:
  •  Legal & Ethical Considerations
    •  HIPAA Compliance in Mobile Phlebotomy
    •  Best Practices for HIPAA Compliance in Mobile Settings
    •  Consent & Documentation
    • Best Practices for Documentation
    •  Legal Implications of Improper Documentation
    • Best Practices to Avoid Legal Issues in Documentation
  • The Future of Mobile Phlebotomy

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