Phlebotomy Malpractice Lawsuit Research Project

Students will research a Phlebotomy case in which a phlebotomist was sued. Student will write a short paragraph explaining what happened in this case. 

Hint: Research Malpractice Lawsuits (Phlebotomist)

The Fletcher Library staff can help you research this topic. Chat or schedule a meeting with a librarian here: Fletcher Library ResourcesLinks to an external site.

This project will be graded based upon the Outcome Measures expected of an entry level phlebotomist. See the rubric for the 3 Outcome Measures in detail.

Total project is worth 15 points.

Up to 5 points can be earned by describing the measures used to ensure patient safety.

• • Discuss/ Highlight what was done incorrectly in your case/lawsuit. How did these practices jeopardize the patient's safety?

Up to 5 points can be earned by incorporating at least one of the following into your case summary:

• Demonstrating understanding of the importance of specimen collection and specimen integrity in the delivery of patient care.
• Describing the legal and ethical importance of proper patient/sample identification.
• Defining the phlebotomist's role in collecting and/or transporting these specimens to the laboratory.

Up to 5 points can be earned by:

• Communicate (verbally and nonverbally) effectively and appropriately in the workplace (with a librarian/library staff member) and with proper grammar/complete sentences on summary submission.
• Interact appropriately and professionally with the ability to discern unprofessional and/or unethical behavior in your selected case.
• Model professional appearance and appropriate behavior. 
• Follow written and verbal instructions. (follow all assignment directions and due dates.)
• Discuss policies and protocol designed to avoid medico legal problems.