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|Articles|December 22, 2021
Top Technician articles of 2021 countdown: Number 5
Author(s)Caitlin McCafferty, Content Producer
We have complied a list of the top 10 technician articles in 2021, here is number 5.
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5. Tip for technicians to improve phlebotomy skills
During her talk at the 2021 Atlantic Coast Veterinary Conference®, Karen Roach, RVT, VTS (ECC), explained how veterinary technicians can improve their phlebotomy skills to maximize success. She taught attendees how to deal with difficult veins, proper patient positioning, and maximizing successful blood draws.
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