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Mimi

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on: Jun 25, 2018
Explain why is it important to be honest with the patients when telling them that a venipuncture will pinch or sting.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Vital signs include all of the following except:
 
  A) blood pressure. B) height and weight. C) temperature. D) pulse.


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zenzy

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

The patient will feel a small pinch or slight sting when the skin and vein are punctured. If they are told it will not hurt and then it does hurt they may not trust you in the future to tell the truth when treating them.

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Mimi

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Excellent

Jossy

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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