MEDAS 135 - Medical Lab Procedures I

• Perform:
  • venipuncture
  • capillary puncture
• Perform patient screening using established protocols
• Perform a quality control measure
• Obtain specimens and perform:
  • CLIA waived urinalysis
  • CLIA waived hematology test
• Incorporate critical thinking skills when performing patient assessment
• Incorporate critical thinking skills when performing patient care
• Show awareness of a patient’s concerns related to the procedure being performed
• Differentiate between normal and abnormal test results
• Maintain lab test results using flow sheets
• Participate in bloodborne pathogen training
• Select appropriate barrier/personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Perform handwashing
• Demonstrate proper disposal of biohazardous material
  • sharps
  • regulated wastes

• Recognize the implications for failure to comply with Center for Disease Control (CDC) regulations in healthcare settings
• Use medical terminology correctly and pronounced accurately to communicate information to providers and patients
• Perform routine maintenance of administrative or clinical equipment
• Perform an inventory with documentation
• Apply HIPAA rules in regard to:
  • privacy
  • release of information
• Document patient care accurately in the medical record
• Complete an incident report related to an error in patient care
• Comply with:
  • safety signs
  • symbols
  • labels
• Demonstrate proper use of:
  • eyewash equipment
  • fire extinguishers
  • sharps disposal containers
• Use proper body mechanics
• Participate in a mock exposure event with documentation of specific steps
• Evaluate the work environment to identify unsafe working conditions
• Identify CLIA waived tests associated with common diseases
• Identify quality assurance practices in healthcare