Why is it important to get patient information about latex sensitivity?
A) Laboratory tests can be affected by the ingestion of latex particles.
B) Allergies to latex cause skin irritations.
C) Patients usually have preferences for special tourniquets.
D) This information is only important for the phlebotomist, not the patient.
Question 2
Steps in the identification process should include:
A) checking the verbal identification with a room number
B) a three-way match with verbal, ID bracelet, and requisition information
C) a two-way match with the ID bracelet and the verbal confirmation
D) a four-way match with the doctor, verbal ID, ID bracelet, and bed number