When preparing to collect blood from a dialysis patient with a fistula, the phlebotomist must ________.

A. wait until the dialysis is completed
B. wait three minutes after dialysis is completed
C. avoid the fistula site
D. use a large vein, such as the subclavian


Answer: C

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