Navigating Real-World Challenges in Blood Gas Specimen Collection - A Collaborative Journey to Improve Specimen Integrity

Explore a comprehensive 32-minute webinar examining real-world collaborative efforts between laboratory/point-of-care and nursing teams to improve blood gas specimen integrity, with particular focus on reducing ambient air exposure in specimens. Learn from Dr. Stacy Kenyon, PhD, DABCC, Medical Director of Clinical Chemistry and POC testing at Phoenix Children's, as she presents a year-long quality improvement initiative that implemented multiple interventions to address preanalytical variables affecting blood gas accuracy. Discover the challenges encountered in sustaining consistent improvements and examine the various factors that contribute to maintaining specimen integrity over time. Gain insights into key preanalytical variables that impact blood gas specimen results accuracy, explore evidence-based strategies for reducing ambient air exposure during the collection process, and understand how interdisciplinary collaboration between laboratory and nursing staff can drive meaningful improvements in specimen quality. The presentation includes detailed analysis of intervention outcomes, discussion of implementation barriers, and practical approaches for healthcare teams seeking to enhance their blood gas testing protocols. Earn 1 PACE credit upon completion through Labroots' continuing education program, with credits valid until November 12, 2026.