Venipuncture Care Quiz

Have the patient bend the arm at the elbow to reduce bleeding.

Apply pressure to the site while removing the needle.

Apply pressure to prevent leakage of blood into the tissues. (correct)

Apply a hot pack to the site if swelling or discoloration occurs.

Applying constant pressure to the site.

Encouraging the patient to stay still.

Using ice packs immediately after needle removal. (correct)

Keeping the arm straight after needle removal.

Pressure should only be applied after bleeding stops.

Swelling typically indicates a need for a hot pack. (correct)

It is acceptable to ignore minor bleeding.

Bending the arm will always stop bleeding.

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