How to Use Steripath for Peripheral Venipunctures-How to Use Steripath for Peripheral Venipunctures

How to Use Steripath for Peripheral Venipunctures

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Video Summary

The video tutorial demonstrates how to properly use the Steripath blood culture collection system for peripheral venipuncture. It highlights the importance of proper skin antisepsis and bottle preparation. The device is carefully used to divert and sequester the initial blood sample, preventing contamination. The video emphasizes filling the blood culture bottles according to institution guidelines, agitating them to prevent clotting. Additional samples for blood work can also be collected. The video concludes by mentioning the proper disposal of supplies according to institution policy.

Keywords

Steripath blood culture collection system

peripheral venipuncture

skin antisepsis

bottle preparation

divert and sequester