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Venipuncture Safety Procedures

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What is the consequence of too tight and too long application of a tourniquet during a venipuncture procedure?

Production of petechiae rashes (correct)

Decreased hemoconcentration

Formation of blood clots

Increased hemolysis

When should the nurse turn off the IV line during a venipuncture procedure?

Before starting the venipuncture procedure (correct)

Upon entering the skin with the needle

After cleansing the venipuncture site

Before discarding the first 5ml of blood

What should be done if a patient feels pain upon tourniquet application during a venipuncture procedure?

Release the tourniquet, then reapply after a few minutes (correct)

Increase the tightness of the tourniquet

Ask the patient to move their arm vigorously

Continue with the procedure, as pain is normal

What should be done if a patient's fingers experience tingling during venipuncture?

Ensure the arm does not turn red Signup and view all the answers

What angle should be used when entering the skin with a needle during a venipuncture procedure?

$45$-degree angle Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a vein for venipuncture is found to be deep?

Increase the needle angle Signup and view all the answers

What is hemoconcentration in the context of improper tourniquet application?

Increased ratio of formed elements Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to anchor the vein firmly during a venipuncture procedure?

To ensure proper needle insertion Signup and view all the answers

What type of motion is recommended during needle insertion in a venipuncture procedure?

Swift and fast motion Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if using a syringe during a venipuncture procedure?

Pull back on the barrel slowly up to desired volume of blood Signup and view all the answers