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codyclark

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When is the proper time to label a tube of blood?
 
  a. At the bedside immediately before drawing
  b. At the bedside immediately after drawing
  c. At the nurses' station immediately after drawing
  d. Immediately on return to the laboratory

Question 2

What is the correct procedure to follow if the site adjacent to the needle starts to swell profusely?
 
  a. Pull back slightly on the needle.
  b. Finish collecting the blood.
  c. Reposition the needle.
  d. Remove the needle and apply pressure.



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zoeyesther

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Tubes of blood are labeled after the tube is drawn but before leaving the patient. Prelabeling tubes or labeling after an outpatient leaves or phlebotomist leaves the patient's room both carry the risk of mislabeling the tube with the wrong patient identification.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
If the site adjacent to the venipuncture site starts to swell profusely, this indicates that blood is flowing into the surrounding tissue because the needle is not properly situated in the vein. The needle should be removed and pressure applied to the site to prevent further leakage of blood into tissue, causing an even larger hematoma.




codyclark

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


Mochi

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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