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Phlebotomy
Will I be able to give vaccines if I do this course?
“Do this course, and you’ll be an expert in [insert skill]. Guaranteed!” How many times have you come across such claims, only to be left disappointed and ill-prepared? Well, brace yourself for a refreshingly honest answer. At Health Academy,...
Dealing with anxious patients
Vaccinations have long been hailed as one of the most effective ways to prevent and control infectious diseases. However, for some individuals, the thought of getting vaccinated can evoke feelings of anxiety and fear. As healthcare providers, it is crucial to...
8 Rookie phlebotomy mistakes (and how to avoid them) when starting out
As a nurse, one of my favourite clinical skills to perform is phlebotomy. And as a clinical trainer, one of my favourite subjects to teach also happens to be phlebotomy. What a skill! It’s one of the most important diagnostic tools in medicine. I love seeing people...
HIV and sharps use in clinical practice. Is your practice discriminatory?
If you take blood or give injections it’s very likely that at some point you will have performed (or are going to perform) these sharps-based procedures on someone who is living with HIV. And you will likely have a set of perceptions about that. Be prepared to see...