Choose an IMPROPER neonatal ICU blood draw procedure.
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The question asks to identify an improper procedure for drawing blood from a neonate in the ICU. The question requires knowledge of correct medical procedures in neonatal care.
Answer
Identify the artery by palpation OR trans-illumination using a light source behind the wrist.
The improper neonatal ICU blood draw procedure is to identify the artery by palpation OR trans-illumination using a light source behind the wrist.
Answer for screen readers
The improper neonatal ICU blood draw procedure is to identify the artery by palpation OR trans-illumination using a light source behind the wrist.
More Information
The preferred method of blood collection in newborns is via venipuncture.
Tips
Ensure you select the option that is an improper procedure.
Sources
- Blood Specimen Collection: Venipuncture (Neonatal) - elsevier.health
- [PDF] Blood Collection from Neonates in GCNC - CHW - resources.schn.health.nsw.gov.au
- Paediatric and neonatal blood sampling - NCBI - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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