title: Use of a phlebotomy service in a paediatric unit.
abstract: This article evaluates the literature and research concerning venepuncture and the use of a phlebotomy service in an acute paediatric setting. It also highlights concerns expressed by nursing and medical staff about the introduction of such a service.
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Buckingham
authors.forename: L
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Bailey
mesh_terms: D001815:Bloodletting / Q000379:methods* / Q000523:psychology; D002648:Child; D006757:Hospital Units / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006801:Humans; D010371:Pediatric Nursing / Q000458:organization & administration*; D010865:Pilot Projects