Step 1
Obtain and examine requisition.
Step 2
Greet patient and explain procedure.
Step 3
Identify patient by two identifiers (name, dob).
Step 4
Compare patient information with requisition (if patient, compare with armband).
Step 5
Sanitize hands and put on gloves.
Step 6
Position patient.
Step 7
Select appropriate puncture site.
Step 8
Warm site if applicable.
Step 9
Cleanse site with alcohol and allow to air dry.
Step 10
Assemble rest of equipment needed.
Step 11
Smoothly perform puncture.
Step 12
Dispose of sharp in sharps container.
Step 13
Wipe away first drop of blood.
Step 14
Fill tubes in correct order of draw.
Step 15
Apply pressure to puncture with gauze.
Step 16
Seal tube and invert tube to mix.
Step 17
Label tube.
Step 18
Examine puncture site for stoppage of bleeding and apply bandage.
Step 19
Dispose of other used supplies as needed.
Step 20
Thank patient.
Step 21
Remove gloves and sanitize hands.