The nurse will be assisting the physician with a bone marrow aspiration. Where should the nurse cleanse, clip hair, and drape the skin prior to the procedure?
A) Over the posterior superior iliac crest
B) Over the anterior tibia
C) Over the radius
D) Over the metatarsal area
A
Feedback:
The posterior superior iliac crest is the preferred site because no vital organs or blood vessels are nearby. The anterior tibia, radius, or metatarsal area are not used for bone marrow aspirations.
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