ALDH 1013: BASIC PHLEBOTOMY
Fall 2013
Tues and Thurs 3 pm-4:20 pm
Sherry Gibbany, MA, MT(ASCP)-Program Director
Office Location: A110A – South Campus
Office Hours: as posted
Office Phone: 870-391-3288
Email: sgibbany@northark.edu-Program Director
NORTH ARKANSAS COLLEGE
Harrison, Arkansas
ALDH 1013: BASIC PHLEBOTOMY
3 credits
Dates: Fall 2013
Times: Tues and Thurs- 3 pm – 4:20 pm
Instructor: Sherry Gibbany, MA MT(ASCP)
Office: South Campus, Room A110A
Office Hours: As posted
Office Phone: 870-391-3288
Email Address: sgibbany@northark.edu
Course Description:
This course includes lectures and student laboratories covering the principles and techniques of specimen
collection particularly blood collection by venipuncture and micro-sampling utilizing various types of collection
apparatus.
Prerequisites:
Enrollment in Allied Health Program (MLT, RT, RN, PN, EMS, Surg Tech) or approval of instructor.
Textbooks:
McCall, Ruth E., and Cathee M. Tankersley, Phlebotomy Essentials, 5th ed., Lippincott/Williams & Wilkins,
2012.
References
Hoeltke, Lynn, The Complete Textbook of Phlebotomy, 3rd. Ed., Delmar Learning, 2006.
Garza, Diana and Kathleen Becan-McBride, Phlebotomy Handbook, Blood Collection Essentials, 7th Ed.
Prentice Hall 2005
Kalanick, Kathryn, Phlebotomy Technician specialist, A Practical Guide to Phlebotomy, Delmar Learning, 2004.
Selected Video Tapes:
Bloodborne Pathogens, ASCP Press, 1991.
Blood Collection: The Difficult Draw, ASCP Press, 1992.
Blood Collection: The Pediatric Patient, ASCP Press, 1990.
Blood Collection: The Routine Venipuncture, ASCP Press, 1989.
Blood Collection: The Special Procedures, ASCP Press, 1991.
Basic Venipuncture, Center for Phlebotomy Education, 2004.
Preventing Preanalytical Errors, Center for Phlebotomy Education, 2004.
Basic Venipuncture, Center for Phlebotomy Education
Break the Chain 2002, Terra Nova Films
White Blood Cell Video
Teaching Methodologies:
Lecture, class discussions, audio-visual presentations, student laboratory practice, PowerPoint.
Behavioral Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1.
Describe the basic anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system.
2.
Explain the equipment used in phlebotomy and when given equipment, how to properly set-up when
preparing to perform a venipuncture or a capillary puncture on a patient.
3.
Describe necessary safety techniques used in Phlebotomy and other areas of the hospital to insure
Universal Precautions are being followed and to prevent infection caused by bloodborne and other
pathogens.
4.
Describe proper phlebotomy techniques including challenges of phlebotomy, specimen considerations,
and special procedures.
5.
Discuss common test tubes used in obtaining a specimen of blood:
a.
additive(s) in each tube
b.
whether each tube produces serum or plasma
c.
tests that cannot be performed on the specimen in each tube and why
d.
common tests performed on each tube
e.
order of draw tubes
f.
department of laboratory where tube most commonly used
6.
Explain professionalism as it relates to Phlebotomy.
7.
Successfully complete all tasks required under “Psychomotor Objectives.”
8.
Describe proper procedure for performing a capillary puncture.
Terminal Psychomotor Objectives:
Those objectives marked with a “ * “ must be successfully completed as written for the student to pass
ALDH 1012.
1.*
Perform a venipuncture correctly under the direct observation of the instructor.
2.*
Properly prepare a phlebotomy site for the collection of a blood culture/unit of blood.
Methods of Evaluation:
Lecture quizzes/assignments
Lecture tests
Laboratory participation and completion of all exercises
Laboratory practical examinations/assignments/quizzes
Final examination
All assignments, tests, quizzes, and practicals will be graded on a point basis. Final grades will be determined
by total points accumulated in both lecture and laboratory sessions.
Grading Scale:
A = 90-100.0%
B = 80 – 89.99%
C = 70 – 79.99%
D = 60 – 69.99%
F = below 60.0%
MISCELLANEOUS
Attendance
In accordance with the attendance policy outlined in the college catalog, students are expected to attend all
class meetings. Any penalties for absences may be left to the discretion of the instructor. It is the
responsibility of the faculty members to advise their classes, in writing, of their attendance policy. It is the
student’s responsibility to drop the class if they no longer choose to attend. My policy is that you are in this
class for a reason and therefore, as an adult, it is your responsibility to be in class or to go through the proper
channels to withdraw from the course. If you have an excused absence please inform the instructor.
It is the responsibility of faculty members to advise their classes, in writing, of their attendance and
makeup policies. It is the student’s responsibility to discuss any absences and the possibility of makeup
work with the instructor as soon as possible.
Students are expected to attend all class meetings and officially withdraw from courses they are no longer
attending. However, if students fail to withdraw, their instructors will not allow them to remain on class
rolls when it becomes clear that excessive absences prevent the student’s successful completion of the
course. Once an instructor has determined that a student has missed too many classes to pass the
course, the instructor will officially withdraw the student rather than allowing the student to remain on the
class roll and receive an “F” at the end of the semester.
As a general rule, missing more than 15% of scheduled class meetings (six class hours in a traditional
three credit lecture course, proportionately more in classes with laboratory, studio, or clinical components)
constitutes excessive absence. In online classes, a student’s failure to participate for a period greater
than two weeks constitutes excessive absence. Instructors in online courses will monitor attendance
based on participation in the class as evidenced by turning in assignments, participation in discussion
boards, e-mail, or other formal contact. Students must consult the course syllabus for the attendance
policy set by individual instructors.
Feel free to have a classmate to tape the lecture if an absence is necessary. Have a classmate turn in any
assignments that may be due that day.
A student will be allowed to miss one test only and if a test is missed from any component of this course,
due to illness or other reason, it MUST be made up by the next class session, prior to class. All missed tests
are placed in the testing center the morning following the test and picked up just before the following week’s
class. Should you fail to take an examination prior to the next class it will be given a grade of zero (0). If for
any reason a curve is given on a test, it will not be given to students that have taken a make up test.
All assignments must be turned in on time. NO LATE ASSIGNMENTS, WHAT-SO-EVER, WILL BE
ACCEPTED. A grade of zero (0) will be given to any assignments not turned in on the due date. If a
student is going to have to miss class for whatever reason, the student can email, have the assignment
hand delivered or faxed to the instructor. THIS POLICY WILL BE STRICTLY ADHERED TO.
Tardiness Policy
I am not strict on this except for laboratory. I feel that part of a lecture is better than no lecture at all. But if it
becomes habitual then I may discuss the continuous tardiness with the student. PLEASE DO NOT MAKE IT
A HABIT BECAUSE IT IS DISRUPTIVE TO THE CLASS AS A WHOLE. BE COURTEOUS TO YOUR
FELLOW STUDENTS.
Academic Dishonesty & Integrity
Academic dishonesty is defined page 64 of the 2012-2013 Catalog. If I suspect cheating or copying of each
other’s papers has occurred, I will act in accordance with the guidelines stated in the Student Handbook and
Catalog. The proper steps for a student to resolve disciplinary action are as follows:
1. Instructor
2. Division Chair
3. Vice-President of Learning
4. Institutional Standards and Appeals Committee.
Note
The stated schedules – lectures and laboratory – are subject to change in the event of extenuating
circumstances such as weather or unavailability of equipment or reagents.
Student Responsibilities
Read the college catalog and all materials you receive during registration. These materials tell you what
the college expects from you.
Read the syllabus for each class. The syllabus tells you what the instructor expects from you.
Attend all class meetings. Something important to learning happens during every class period. If you must
miss a class meeting, talk to the instructor in advance about what you should do.
Be on time. If you come in after class has started, you disrupt the entire class.
Never interrupt another class to talk to the instructor or a student in that class.
Be prepared for class. Complete reading assignments and other homework before class so that you can
understand the lecture and participate in discussion. Always have pen/pencil, paper, and other specific
tools for class.
Learn to take good notes. Write down ideas rather than word-for-word statements by the instructor.
Allow time to use all the resources available to you at the college. Visit your instructor during office hours
for help with material or assignments you do not understand; use the library; use the free tutors, tapes,
computers, and other resources in Learning Assistance Center.
Treat others with respect. Part of the college experience is being exposed to people with ideas, values,
and backgrounds different from yours. Listen to others and evaluate ideas on their own merit.
Accommodations for Students with Special Needs:
North Arkansas College complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990. Students with disabilities who need special accommodations should make their
requests in the following way: (1) talk to your instructor after class or during office hours about your disability
or special need related to your classroom work; and/or (2) contact Special Services.
ALDH 1012: BASIC PHLEBOTOMY
(Tues and Thurs – 3 pm – 4:20 pm)
Lecture/Laboratory Schedule – Fall 2013
LECTURES
LAB SESSIONS
Aug 20
Course Introduction
Phlebotomy
(Ch 1, pg. 4-37)
Discuss case study pg 36
Homework Assn #1
Aug 22
Quality Assurance & Legal Issues
(Ch 2, pg. 40-61)
Homework Assn #1 due
Homework Assn #2
Aug 27
Quality Assurance & Legal Issues (cont)
(Ch 2, pg. 40-61)
Review Case Study pg 61
Quiz #1 (ch 1 and Jan 17)
Avoid Phlebotomy Related
Lawsuits
Aug 29
Safety & Infection Control (ch 3)
Homework Assn #2 due
Sept 3
Safety & Infection Control (Ch. 3 Pg. 64-104)
EXAM 1 (Ch 1 & 2)
Break the Chain video
Homework assn #3
Practice glove removal
Sept 5
Safety & Infection Control
Homework Assn #3 due
Classroom exercise in
spread of infection
Quiz 2 (ch 3 Jan 24 & 29)
Sept 10
Circulatory System (ch 6)
Homework assn 4
Sept 12
Circulatory System (cont.)
Homework Assn #4 due
Look at Blood Smears
Quiz #2 (ch 6 from Feb 5)
Sept 17
Circulatory System cont
Practice tying tourniquets
Sept 19
EXAM #2 (Ch 3 & 6)
Sept 24
Venipuncture Equipment
Ch 7
Practice tying tourniquet
Homework assn 5
Sept 26
Venipuncture Equipment (cont.)
Case studies
Quiz #3 (feb 21 lecture)
Tourniquet typing compentency
Test
Oct 1
Venipuncture Equipment cont
Homework Assn #5 due
Quiz #4 (Feb 26)
Oct 3
Exam #3 (ch 7)
Oct 8
Venipuncture Procedure (ch 8)
Routine venipuncture video
Homework Assn #6
Oct 10
Venipuncture Procedure cont
Practice on Phlebotomy devices
Oct 15
Venipuncture Procedure cont
Practice on Phleb devices
Homework assn #6 due
Oct 17
Preanalytical Considerations (ch 9)
Practice on Phleb devices
Quiz #5 (Ch 8)
Oct 22
Continue Ch 9
Compentency on tubes
Oct 24
NO CLASS (conference Little Rock)
Oct 29
Continue Ch 9
Oct 31
Dermal Punctures (Ch 10)
Case Studies in class
Practice phlebotomy devices
Quiz #6 (Ch 9)
Nov 5
Continue Ch 10
Homework Assn #7
Nov 7
continue ch 10
Practice dermal puncture
Homework assn #7 due
Nov 12
EXAM #4 (Ch 8-10)
Nov 14
Review
Practice venipuncture
Nov 19
Venipuncture Practicum
Nov 21
Venipuncture Practicum
Dec 3
catch up review
Dec 5
NO CLASS (use for study for final)
Dec 10
Final comprehensive
This is a proposed schedule and outline for the lecture and laboratory sessions. It is meant to be
flexible and not engraved in stone – adjusting to meet the needs of the students and class.
No classes November 25 – 29  Thanksgiving Break
North Arkansas College
Phlebotomy Program
Harrison, Arkansas
SYLLABUS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Course:
ALDH 1012: Basic Phlebotomy
Semester:
Fall 2013
Instructor:
Sherry Gibbany, MA MT(ASCP)
I acknowledge by signing below that I have received the syllabus for the course indicated above. I
have reviewed the syllabus and understand the objectives of this course. Further, I understand how
my performance will be evaluated and how my final grade will be determined. I am aware of my
instructor’s office hours, and I know how to contact him or her for help and/or clarification of course
contents or procedures.
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