The medical assistant performing a venipuncture for a human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) test must ________.

A. wash hands thoroughly
B. maintain temperature at a certain level
C. tell the patient to fast for 8 hours prior
D. take the blood sample while the patient is lying down


Answer: B

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What will be an ideal response?

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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A. Notify a member of the clinical staff immediately B. Offer the patient some tissues to mop up the blood C. Offer to fill out the forms for the patient D. Direct the patient to the patient restroom to clean up his arm E. Ask the patient to have a seat in the reception area

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