Chapter 2: Collection Sites to Avoid

Question 1

What is the most often performed on the inner arm at the bend of the elbow?

Answer 1

Venipuncture.

Question 2

What are the most commonly veins accessed?

Answer 2

Median cubital and cephalic.

Question 3

What is the first part where blood should not be obtained from?

Answer 3

Extensive scarring from burns or surgery are susceptible areas to infection and cause discomfort.

Question 4

What is the second part where blood should not be obtained from?

Answer 4

Edematous Extremities fluid can contaminate the specimen.

Question 5

What is the third part where blood should not be obtained from?

Answer 5

Hematoma can cause incorrect test results and Bruise can be painful.

Question 6

What is the fourth part where blood should not be obtained from?

Answer 6

Skin conditions such as; eczema or infection that can contaminate the specimen.

Question 7

What is the fifth part where blood should not be obtained from?

Answer 7

Fistula for renal dialysis (must be specially trained to draw from this area)/