A nurse is collecting blood samples from a newborn. Which of the following interventions should the nurse take when obtaining a venous sample in order to minimize differences between capillary and venous results?
A) Use the first few drops of blood
B) Obtain a brisk blood flow
C) Cool the heel before drawing a capillary sample
D) Clean the injection site after the sample is obtained
Question 2
A woman in labor has sharp fundal pain accompanied by slight vaginal bleeding. Which of the following would be the most likely cause of these symptoms?
A) Premature separation of the placenta
B) Preterm labor that was undiagnosed
C) Placenta previa obstructing the cervix
D) Possible fetal death or injury
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This photo shows a newborn baby minutes after birth.