Excessive massaging or milking of the finger during a skin puncture procedure can cause:
A) an adequate supply of blood for filling several capillary tubes
B) increased venous blood flow to the puncture site
C) hemolysis and contamination of the specimen with tissue fluids
D) helpful results in glucose screening tests
Question 2
Which of the following conditions can have an adverse effect on the quality of a fingerstick?
A) the age of a patient
B) the gender of a patient
C) always using the first drop of blood
D) the presence of a wedding ring