The first step in performing manual capillary puncture is to ________.
A. assemble the equipment
B. explain the procedure to the patient
C. wipe the site of the puncture with alcohol
D. perform hand hygiene
Answer: D
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a. the skin of elderly patients does not rebound as quickly as it does in younger patients. b. the veins of elderly patients have weaker walls than those in younger patients. c. elderly patients may be on Lasix. d. many elder patients are taking warfarin or other blood thinners.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false