LQPB2301 - CMLE - THE PHLEBOTOMIST, THE PEDIATRIC PATIENT, AND THE FAMILY: A COMMUNICATION TRIAD-THE PHLEBOTOMIST, THE PEDIATRIC PATIENT, AND THE FAMILY: A COMMUNICATION TRIAD

THE PHLEBOTOMIST, THE PEDIATRIC PATIENT, AND THE FAMILY: A COMMUNICATION TRIAD

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The document discusses the importance of effective communication in phlebotomy, particularly in pediatric patients. It emphasizes the significance of health literacy, cultural considerations, and age-appropriate communication. A case study highlights a breakdown in communication between a phlebotomist and a family, resulting in the family leaving without completing the medical workup. The text stresses the need for respectful, compassionate, and culturally sensitive interactions with patients and their families, emphasizing that personal biases and busy workloads are not excuses for unprofessional behavior. Key points include the impact of health literacy on patient outcomes, the complexity of pediatric communication triads involving the patient, parent, and healthcare worker, and the importance of nonverbal cues and active listening. The document also addresses age-appropriate communication strategies for infants, toddlers, school-aged children, and adolescents. It further outlines the influence of cultural factors on communication and provides guidelines for addressing sensory impairments. Overall, the content underscores the ethical and professional responsibilities of phlebotomists in ensuring effective and respectful communication with all patients, especially in pediatric settings, to enhance patient experience and healthcare outcomes.

Keywords

communication in phlebotomy

pediatric patients

health literacy

cultural considerations

age-appropriate communication

breakdown in communication

respectful interactions

health outcomes

nonverbal cues

cultural factors