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biggirl4568

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on: Jun 25, 2018
Blood smears for evaluation of cells must be made carefully. Which of the following features should be present?
 
  A) one-quarter of the slide being covered with the blood
  B) a feathered edge
  C) ridges and holes in the smear
  D) streaks of blood running the length of the slide

Question 2

Generally speaking, what should the phlebotomist do with the first drop of blood after a fingerstick is performed?
 
  A) Use it for coagulation studies.
  B) Make a blood smear or slide.
  C) Wipe it off with gauze.
  D) Use it for hematology testing.


chreslie

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C


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