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What is the consequence of too tight and too long application of a tourniquet during a venipuncture procedure?
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?
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?
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?
What should be done if a patient's fingers experience tingling during venipuncture?
What angle should be used when entering the skin with a needle during a venipuncture procedure?
What angle should be used when entering the skin with a needle during a venipuncture procedure?
What should be done if a vein for venipuncture is found to be deep?
What should be done if a vein for venipuncture is found to be deep?
What is hemoconcentration in the context of improper tourniquet application?
What is hemoconcentration in the context of improper tourniquet application?
Why is it important to anchor the vein firmly during a venipuncture procedure?
Why is it important to anchor the vein firmly during a venipuncture procedure?
What type of motion is recommended during needle insertion in a venipuncture procedure?
What type of motion is recommended during needle insertion in a venipuncture procedure?
What should be done if using a syringe during a venipuncture procedure?
What should be done if using a syringe during a venipuncture procedure?
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