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Which is the first thing the phlebotomy technician should do prior to inserting the needle into the vein?Cleanse in a circular fashion, beginning at the site and working outward. Allow to air dry. Grasp the patient's arm firmly using your thumb to draw the skin taut and anchor the vein. The needle should form a 15 to 30 degree angle with the surface of the arm.
What is the most common reason for glucose monitoring through pointPoint-of-care testing (POCT) for glucose at the bedside or in the home or hospital is used to monitor patients with diabetes—not to establish the diagnosis of diabetes mellitus.
What is POCT in phlebotomy?Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) is decentralized laboratory testing performed outside the physical constraints of the laboratory in close proximity to the patient. POCT is increasingly seen as a testing modality with performance expectations similar to traditional laboratory testing and requiring the same high standards.
Which of the following actions should a phlebotomy technician take when collecting a urine specimen?A phlebotomy technician is collecting a urine specimen from a patient for a pre-employment drug test. Which of the following actions should the technician take? Verify that the specimen contains at least 45 mL of urine. A phlebotomy technician is preparing to draw blood from a patient in an inpatient setting.
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