What is the correct procedure to follow if the site adjacent to the needle starts to swell profusely?
a. Pull back slightly on the needle.
b. Finish collecting the blood.
c. Reposition the needle.
d. Remove the needle and apply pressure.
ANS: D
If the site adjacent to the venipuncture site starts to swell profusely, this indicates that blood is flowing into the surrounding tissue because the needle is not properly situated in the vein. The needle should be removed and pressure applied to the site to prevent further leakage of blood into tissue, causing an even larger hematoma.
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