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What is the first step in collecting a blood sample?
What is the first step in collecting a blood sample?
- Wipe away the first drop of blood with a sterile dry gauze (correct)
- Collect the sample in the chosen container
- Hold the gauze to the puncture site
- Apply bandage to the puncture site
Why is the patient's hand positioned in a downward angle during blood collection?
Why is the patient's hand positioned in a downward angle during blood collection?
- To allow the blood to flow downward and into the collector (correct)
- To make the patient more comfortable
- To prevent the blood from flowing into the collector
- To provide a clearer view of the puncture site
What happens after the puncture?
What happens after the puncture?
- The puncture site is immediately bandaged
- The patient is asked to apply pressure to the puncture site
- The blood sample is immediately collected
- The blood drips downward and into the collector (correct)
What is the purpose of wiping away the first drop of blood?
What is the purpose of wiping away the first drop of blood?
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What should be done to the puncture site after bleeding has stopped?
What should be done to the puncture site after bleeding has stopped?
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What is the recommended puncture site for a premature neonate?
What is the recommended puncture site for a premature neonate?
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What is the correct order of draw for capillary puncture tubes?
What is the correct order of draw for capillary puncture tubes?
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What is the recommended cleaning solution for the puncture site?
What is the recommended cleaning solution for the puncture site?
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Why is it important to massage the lower portion of the finger before puncture?
Why is it important to massage the lower portion of the finger before puncture?
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What is the recommended puncture depth for an adult using a finger as the puncture site?
What is the recommended puncture depth for an adult using a finger as the puncture site?
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What areas are NOT recommended for dermal (capillary) puncture?
What areas are NOT recommended for dermal (capillary) puncture?
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