LQPB2401 - CMLE - Special Concerns for Pediatric Blood Draws

Course Description

Special Concerns for Pediatric Blood Draws

Faculty/Authors
Laura Flaniken, MS, Med, CLS(ASCP)CM
University of West Florida
Pensacola, Florida

CMLE Credit: 2.0
Estimated Completion Time: 2 hour
Format: Online Educational Activity and Post Exam

Instructions

To claim CMLE credit for the exercise, do the following:

Review the Technical Considerations.
Click Go to Course to view an overview of the modules in this course.
Click Access to begin the course.
Review the Educational Activity.
Complete and submit the Post Exam.
Submit the course Evaluation to register your credit.

Faculty Disclosures
The faculty have no relevant financial relationships with commercial interests to disclose.

Technical Considerations

Release Date: 05/05/2024
Review Date:
Expiration Date: 12/31/2026

Course Objectives

Following completion of this activity, you will be able to:

discuss potential risks and complications associated with pediatric phlebotomy;

identify ways to involve parents or guardians in the phlebotomy process to ensure a positive experience for the child and family;

develop strategies for gaining the child's trust and cooperation during the blood draw process;

explain the importance of assessing veins for potential complications or challenges unique to pediatric patients; and

properly utilize the resources available from a child life specialist.

Summary


Availability:	On-Demand


Credit Offered:	2 CMLE Credits