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MAST-216 - VENIPUNCTURE/PHLEBOTOMY (7 WEEKS)  1 credit
This course is designed to prepare the Medical Assistant student in the performance of venipuncture/phlebotomy procedures for the preparation and collection of diagnostic blood specimens. Included in the course will be an understanding of intravenous instillation of fluid as well as laboratory practice in removal of intravenous equipment from manikins. Emphasis will be placed on the general rules for safety following Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and guidelines in the collection of high quality specimens. CONCURRENT: MAST-216L RESTRICTED TO: MAST program