"The Video Skills Library For Phlebotomy Handbook is a four hour DVD and serves as the most complete skills collection of its kind. Ideal for independent self-study, it features 38 segments demonstrating a wide array of blood specimen collection procedures." -- Pearson website.

Cross-training? Continuing education? Refresher? Whether you’re cross training, continuing your education, or taking a refresher course, the knowledge and skills you need to master the essentials of phlebotomy are here. This user-friendly text focuses on the proper techniques for collecting quality blood specimens with minimal patient discomfort. It’s perfect for intensive one- or two-day phlebotomy courses.

Phlebotomy Essentials, Eighth Edition provides accurate, up-to-date, and practical information and instruction in phlebotomy procedures and techniques, along with a comprehensive background in phlebotomy theory and principles. It is appropriate for use as an instructional text or as a reference for those who wish to update skills or study for national certification. Enhanced with new images, a more efficient design, and new contributions from leading subject matter experts, this updated edition details how today's phlebotomists work in an approach optimized for how today's students learn. Combined with an optional Workbook, Exam Review book, and updated digital courseware, the latest edition of Phlebotomy Essentials represents a cornerstone of preparation for a successful career in phlebotomy.

Thoroughly updated and enhanced by new print and electronic ancillaries, this full-color text provides accurate, practical information and instruction on phlebotomy procedures with a comprehensive background in theory and principles. Reflecting current CLSI guidelines, NAACLS competencies, and federal regulations, this Fourth Edition includes updated information on safety issues and equipment, laboratory information systems and instrumentation, legal issues, and diagnostic tests. This edition also includes caution notes identifying dangerous practices and problem areas. An accompanying CD-ROM includes clinical procedures videos, animations, electronic flashcards, and a glossary with audio pronunciations. Other ancillaries include a new companion Workbook, an Instructor's Resource CD-ROM, and online resources at thePoint.

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"Designed to be used in combination with the fifth edition of the 'Phlebotomy essentials' textbook as a valuable learning resource that will help the student master the principles of phlebotomy by reinforcing key concepts and procedures covered in the textbook."--Pref.

For one-semester Phlebotomy and Medical Assisting courses, in certificate and multiskilling programs. Beautifully designed with a wealth of full-color photos and illustrations, this highly readable text offers a step-by-step presentation of the basic clinical procedures used by phlebotomists in a wide variety of healthcare settings. It thoroughly prepares students to become certified phlebotomists, examining their role in the field today, and exploring such areas as ethics, legal issues, communication, equipment needs, laboratory tests, collection techniques, and safety. Clear descriptions of clinical topics make this an excellent reference for students and practicing phlebotomists who wish to pass a national certification exam.

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