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Phlebotomy Procedure
Syringe After the Procedure
Numerical Order | Procedure |
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1 After the Procedure | (NO SAFETY ACTIVATION) Discard the syringe attached to the blood transfer device as one unit into a puncture-proof biohazard container; also discard used supplies. |
2 After the Procedure | Label the specimens. |
3 After the Procedure | Double-check labels w/patient identity, or ask the patient to double-check that the labels match his or her identity. |
4 After the Procedure | Check the patient to see that bleeding has stopped. |
5 After the Procedure | Apply a bandage & instruct the patient to leave it on for at least 15 mins. |
6 After the Procedure | If the patient continues to bleed, notify a nurse and/or supervisor. |
7 After the Procedure | If bleeding has stopped, thank the patient prior to leaving. |