CPCT/A Patient Care Exam Test Prep

Category - Professional Responsibilities

The appropriate time for labeling a patient specimen is:
  1. Before the blood is drawn
  2. After all blood has been collected for the day
  3. Immediately after collection
  4. None of the above
Explanation
Answer: C - The appropriate time for labeling a patient specimen is immediately after collection. In order to ensure accurate patient specimen identification, proper labeling must occur. The best time to label a specimen is immediately after collection, in the presence of the patient.
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