Venipuncture for standard laboratory investigations.
Indications
- • Any lab investigation
Contraindications
- ⚠ Overlying infection
- ⚠ AV fistula arm
- ⚠ Post-mastectomy limb (relative)
Equipment
- • Tourniquet
- • Vacutainer holder + needle 21 G
- • Order of draw tubes
- • Gauze
Positioning
- • As appropriate for the procedure and patient comfort.
Consent
- • Explain indication, benefits, alternatives
- • Explain risks & complications
- • Obtain written/verbal consent as per SOP
- • Document consent
Universal precautions
- • Hand hygiene
- • PPE — gloves, mask, eye protection
- • Aseptic technique
- • Sharps safety
- • Verify patient identity & site
Step-by-step (0/7)
Tap to complete
Two identifiers.
Immediate complications
- ⚠ Hematoma
- ⚠ Nerve injury
- ⚠ Arterial puncture
Delayed complications
- • Infection
Recognition
- • Bright pulsatile blood
Initial management
- • Pressure 5 min
Prevention
- • Correct site
- • Release tourniquet timely
Post-procedure observation
- • Vitals q15min × 1h then hourly
Monitoring
- • Site inspection
- • Symptom review
Documentation
- • Procedure note
- • Consent
- • Findings
Patient instructions
- • Report pain, bleeding, fever, worsening symptoms
Drugs used in this procedure
Educational bedside guide. Perform only under supervision until competent. Follow local SOPs and consent policy.
