Purpose
The purpose of this discussion post is to understand the what a phlebotomist does and their work envrionment.
Lesson Objectives
The objectives of this activity are:
- understand the role of the phlebotomist
- understand where phjlebotyomists are employed
- reflect on the skills required to perfom as a phlebotomist.
Assignment Directions
Initial Post
Read the following article https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/what-is-a-phlebotomist and then answer the questions below. A minimum of 5 sentences is expected for your initial response.
- Name two tasks that a phlebotomist performs.
- Of the tasks listed in the article, which to you think is the most difficult? Which do you think is a the most important?
- Name two places that emply phlebotomists. Which workplace would you most like to work and why?
- What do you think is the most important skill that a phlebotomist should have order to be successful?