What is the MOST common method of obtaining blood specimens from a client?

a. skin puncture c. venipuncture
b. arterial stick d. intravascular catheter


C
There are three primary methods to obtain blood specimens: venipuncture, skin puncture, and arterial sticks. The most common methods is venipuncture.

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