Keeping a patient from moving during a venipuncture is important. Explain to the patient that movement can cause problems with the procedure. To help the anxious patient, you should:

A. explain about needles tearing veins.
B. engage the patient in conversation to distract him/her.
C. tell the patient that you may strap his/her arms.
D. remind the patient he/she has the right to refuse.


Answer: B

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