The nurse has finished drawing blood from an older patient. How long should the nurse apply pressure to the puncture site?
a. 2 minutes
b. 3 minutes
c. 4 minutes
d. 5 minutes
ANS: A
A. When drawing blood from an older patient, hold light pressure at the injection site for at least 2 minutes after the needle is removed. B. C. D. Holding pressure to the site for longer than 2 minutes can cause bruising.
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