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Phlebotomy Technician

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Phil the New Phlebotomy Tech is working in the ER; rescue paramedics have brought a patient involved in a car accident. The patient has suffered severe burns to his upper body and arms, and is in critical condition. Phil does not have time to confer with a more experience phlebotomy tech regarding possible vein options. Where should Phil attempt a blood specimen collection?
  1. The foot.
  2. The antecubital area of either arm.
  3. The fingertip.
  4. The IV.
Explanation
Answer: C - Phil should consider a finger stick and micro collection device if the ordered tests do not require a large amount of blood. The foot veins are an option if more blood is required; however, a finger stick is a quicker method of collection. The antecubital areas of the arms are not an option, as the arms have sustained burns. Performing venipuncture on burn areas increases the risk of infection to the patient and may result in inaccurate test results.
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