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javeds

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on: Jun 25, 2018
Why is it important to position the patient properly prior to venipuncture?
 
  a. promotes needle safety
  b. patient comfort and safety
  c. reduces the transmission of pathogens
  d. allows the phlebotomist to get comfortable also

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For inexperienced phlebotomists, when learning how to decontaminate the venipuncture site, it is most important to wipe the area:
 
  a. before confirming patient identification.
  b. before visualizing the vein.
  c. from top to bottom three times.
  d. by rubbing in concentric circles from inside to out.


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paavo

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

B

Answer to Question 2

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javeds

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Wow, this really help

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