If no acceptable vein can be found in the antecubital area of either arm, the phlebotomist should:
A. send the patient to a reference lab.
B. check the anterior side of the patient's wrist or hand.
C. immediately perform a dermal puncture.
D. check the dorsal side of the patient's wrist or hand.
Answer: D
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