List at least four problems that can lead to phlebotomy lawsuits
What will be an ideal response?
Answer:
1. Patient falling after blood is collected
2. Hematoma (hemorrhage caused by inadequate pressure to the vein)
3. Abscess or other infections at the venipuncture site
4. Injuries from fainting before, during, or after blood collection
5. Nerve damage due to poor venipuncture technique
6. Complications from collecting blood from the same side as a mastectomy (removal of breast)
7. Wristband or identification error leading to wrong diagnosis and treatment and injury or death in some cases
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