What is the correct order of steps when preparing to perform a venipuncture?
A) Palpate the vein, cleanse the site, apply the tourniquet, and perform the venipuncture.
B) Apply the tourniquet, cleanse the site, palpate the vein, and perform the venipuncture.
C) Palpate the vein, apply the tourniquet, cleanse the site, and perform the venipuncture.
D) Check the provider's order for testing, label the tubes, identify the patient, verify restrictions, wash hands and apply gloves, position the patient, and apply the tourniquet.
D
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