Specimen Collection
Intermediate
10 steps
7 min read
Collection of Blood Specimens (Venepuncture)
The first 3 steps
- Check the request form, the tests ordered and the correct tube order of draw.
- Confirm identity with two identifiers and ask about fasting, latex allergy and previous fainting.
- Wash hands, don gloves and assemble needle, holder, tubes, tourniquet, swab, gauze and sharps bin.
7 more steps and the Ghana-specific adaptation
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