Which of the following is important when drawing blood from an elderly patient?
A. Do not apply pressure after removing the needle
B. Avoid using a butterfly collection device
C. Have the patient bend her elbow after removing the needle
D. Have the patient elevate her arm after removing the needle
E. Wiggle the needle to position it precisely in the vein
Answer: D
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