A nursing instructor is demonstrating how to perform a heel stick on a newborn. To obtain an accurate capillary hematocrit reading, what does the nursing instructor tell the student do?
1. Rub the heel vigorously with an isopropyl alcohol swab prior to obtaining blood.
2. Use a previous puncture site.
3. Cool the heel prior to obtaining blood.
4. Use a sterile needle and aspirate.
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Explanation: 1. The site should be cleaned by rubbing vigorously with 70% isopropyl alcohol swab. The friction produces local heat, which aids vasodilation.
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