When performing a fingerstick, the puncture should be made across the fingerprints to prevent:
a.) channeling of the blood away from the puncture site
b.) tissue fluid contamination of the specimen
c.) clotting of the sample during collection
d.) all of the above
Answer: a.) channeling of the blood away from the puncture site
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a. secure the patient's valuables. b. confirm the type of insurance coverage. c. obtain a health history. d. familiarize the patient with the room.
During your course you will learn ______.
a. only about your chosen field of nursing b. field-specific and generic knowledge and skills c. about your chosen field and one other field d. About the importance of caring for children
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A) 1 B) 2 C) 3 D) 4
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1. "We were so busy yesterday that I did not get the schedule completed." 2. "I knew that we would be busy over the holiday, so I ordered extra supplies." 3. "We have so many new graduates on our unit that our work is never caught up." 4. "I am putting a summary of a research article on the board each week since I realize many of the nurses do not read journals." 5. "I am really concerned about what the nursing supervisor said about our unit. I can't get it off my mind."