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What does CLSI stand for?
What does CLSI stand for?
Define Assault and Battery in a phlebotomy context.
Define Assault and Battery in a phlebotomy context.
Drawing a patient's blood without his or her permission.
What constitutes negligence for a phlebotomist?
What constitutes negligence for a phlebotomist?
Failing to put the needle and holder in the sharps container.
What is malpractice in phlebotomy?
What is malpractice in phlebotomy?
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What is the National Patient Safety Goal (NPSG) from 2018 in the laboratory?
What is the National Patient Safety Goal (NPSG) from 2018 in the laboratory?
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What is an example of a high risk in the Survey Analysis for Evaluation Risk?
What is an example of a high risk in the Survey Analysis for Evaluation Risk?
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Why do QC protocols prohibit the use of outdated evacuated tubes?
Why do QC protocols prohibit the use of outdated evacuated tubes?
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What does Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) aim to address?
What does Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) aim to address?
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What does the Joint Commission do?
What does the Joint Commission do?
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Who is considered a minor in legal terms?
Who is considered a minor in legal terms?
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What does the Joint Commission's Sentinel Event QI program policy aim to do?
What does the Joint Commission's Sentinel Event QI program policy aim to do?
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What should a phlebotomist do if they are unfamiliar with a test ordered by a physician?
What should a phlebotomist do if they are unfamiliar with a test ordered by a physician?
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What is invasion of privacy in a medical context?
What is invasion of privacy in a medical context?
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What is the term for the unauthorized release of confidential patient information?
What is the term for the unauthorized release of confidential patient information?
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What occurs when a clinical indicator of a QA is exceeded?
What occurs when a clinical indicator of a QA is exceeded?
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Which action will compromise the quality of a specimen?
Which action will compromise the quality of a specimen?
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Which analyte test result is adversely affected by chilling?
Which analyte test result is adversely affected by chilling?
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Sharing collection site information on a difficult patient would violate a patient's right to confidentiality.
Sharing collection site information on a difficult patient would violate a patient's right to confidentiality.
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What is a well-defined example of a QA indicator?
What is a well-defined example of a QA indicator?
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Which is an example unrelated to quality control?
Which is an example unrelated to quality control?
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Which is NOT a phase of malpractice litigation?
Which is NOT a phase of malpractice litigation?
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What is typically found in a procedure manual?
What is typically found in a procedure manual?
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What is patient preparation?
What is patient preparation?
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Study Notes
Phlebotomy Essentials - Key Concepts
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CLSI: Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute sets national standards for phlebotomy procedures, ensuring quality and consistency in practice.
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Assault and Battery: Unauthorized drawing of a patient's blood is classified as assault and battery, emphasizing the need for patient consent.
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Negligence in Phlebotomy: A phlebotomist's negligence is identified when they fail to dispose of needles properly in a sharps container.
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Malpractice: Refers to claims made against healthcare providers for improper treatment or care leading to patient harm.
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National Patient Safety Goals (NPSG): The 2018 NPSG in laboratories focuses on the importance of improving communication among healthcare staff to enhance patient safety.
Quality Control and Laboratory Practices
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High-Risk Areas: Recurrent patient identification issues are significant risks highlighted in risk evaluation surveys.
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Outdated Evacuated Tubes: Quality control protocols restrict the use of expired tubes to prevent incomplete filling and incorrect additive-to-sample ratios.
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Good Laboratory Practices (GLP): Address gaps in testing quality among physician's offices, ensuring adherence to regulations.
Regulatory Bodies and Standards
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The Joint Commission: A not-for-profit organization that sets the "standard of care" for phlebotomy practices, evaluating and accrediting various healthcare facilities.
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Sentinel Event QI Program: The Joint Commission's policy focuses on improving quality; however, it does not promote flexibility in quality control measures.
Patient Rights and Ethical Practices
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Minor Definition: A minor is anyone who has not reached the legal age of majority, requiring special attention in healthcare interactions.
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Invasion of Privacy: Discussing a patient's condition publicly without consent constitutes an invasion of privacy, either through unauthorized sharing of information or overhearing private discussions.
Quality Assurance and Corrective Actions
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Corrective Action Plan: When a clinical indicator's threshold is exceeded, it triggers the implementation of corrective measures to address identified problems.
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Specimen Quality Compromise: Partially filling liquid EDTA tubes jeopardizes specimen integrity, affecting test results.
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Chilling Effect on Analytes: The potassium test results can be negatively impacted by exposing the specimen to chilling temperatures.
Procedures and Documentation
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Procedure Manual: Contains critical information such as all revision dates, serving as a reference guide for phlebotomists.
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Patient Preparation: A critical preanalytical factor that can influence the accuracy of test results, often beyond the control of phlebotomists.
Miscellaneous Concepts
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Quality Control Indicators: A clear example of a QA indicator includes maintaining blood culture contamination rates within national standards.
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Quality Control Variability: Daily timesheet submissions by employees do not relate to quality control, illustrating the need for focused quality monitoring in practice.
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Malpractice Phases: Initial notification of injury to a patient is not classified as a phase of malpractice litigation, highlighting the complexity of legal processes in healthcare.
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Test your knowledge on key terms and definitions from Chapter 2 of 'Phlebotomy Essentials, 7th Edition'. This quiz covers important concepts such as CLSI standards, legal issues in phlebotomy, and the responsibilities of a phlebotomist. Perfect for students and professionals looking to enhance their understanding of phlebotomy practices.
