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Clinical Significance of Blood Culture Collection

When
Thursday, February 20, 2014
5:30 PM
Location
Blanco at Biltmore;2502 E Camelback Rd ; Phx AZ 85016

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The dinner program is no charge to AzVan members. Non members will be charged $15. Payment can be made at the door on online through Payapl

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Objectives:

1.Describe the value of a reliable blood culture including identification of common pathogens vs. contaminants.

2.Discuss how blood cultures are utilized for diagnosis & treatment.

3. Explain blood culture collection method to prevent contamination,

and the role of skin antisepsis in blood culture collection.

Speaker: Susan M. Burns BS, MT CIC

Sue Burns is currently employed as a Medical Science Liaison for PDI Healthcare. In this position, she is responsible for regional clinical affairs for the Central region. She holds a bachelor degree in Microbiology and Medical Technology and is Certified infection Control and recently passed the exam for Vascular Access Board Certified.

RSVP by Thursday, February 13, 2014

Annual Membership of $35 and is due now

No charge for members

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Non-members

$15/dinner event. Refunds upon request for non-attendance.

Agenda:

5:30 pm – 6:15 pm Registration/Reception

6:15 pm – 6:30 pm AzVAN Business

6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Presentation/Dinner

7:30 pm – 7:45 pm Questions & Answers

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