Portfolio and departmental competencies
Obtaining venous blood samples
Evidence 1: Describe each of the steps below when taking a venous blood sample. Include specific checks YOU would make at each stage.
1. Checks when taking a venous blood sample:
Evidence 2: Complete the table below for each of the different blood collection tubes:
2. Blood sample tubes and tests used for:
Evidence 3: Chose any of the 3 adverse reactions below that could occur during venepuncture, describe each one further by completing the table below.
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Pain at site
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Bruising at site
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Fainting
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Nerve damage
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Haematoma
3. Adverse venepuncture reactions:
Sign off: After you have collected each piece of evidence, hand them into your trainer / mentor who will then countersign them. Please note that they may ask for additional evidence or ask you follow up questions. Also ensure that:
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You have date and signed your work
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You only submit evidence for checking once it is completed (you may take individual evidence pieces out of your portfolio)
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Ensure any countersigned checked work is returned back (in order) to your portfolio
Try not to hand in multiple pieces of evidence for marking at once - this will create too much work for your trainer / mentor, instead spread submissions out throughout your training.
Trainer notes: Ensure the candidates line manager completes the 'Line Manager's Comments' section as each module in the portfolio is completed - continuous assessment of the candidates work is required throughout the training period.