The nurse should do which of the following to prevent hemoconcentration when collecting blood specimens?
a. Encourage the client to drink fluids.
b. Do not keep the tourniquet on the arm too long.
c. Dilute the specimen immediately.
d. Use a large-bore needle.
ANS: B
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