The puncture of a vein performed with a needle for the purpose of drawing blood is called _______. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


venipuncture
Venipuncture is the puncture of a vein performed with a needle for the purpose of drawing blood.

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Which of the following fire departments in 2005 made a four-year degree mandatory for advancement to chief officer positions?

a. Washington, D.C. b. Boston, MA c. Charlotte, NC d. Philadelphia, PA

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Which of these hospitals does not serve the general public?

a. County and city hospitals b. Proprietary hospitals c. Federal hospitals d. Community hospitals

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Describe at least three differences between inpatient and outpatient EHR systems

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following factors is most likely to contribute to medication errors?

Fatigue Work interruptions High dispensing rates Inadequate supervision by pharmacists

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