PRAC DOL 11/06/23

What is the purpose of using a tourniquet during venipuncture?

• To constrict blood flow and make veins easier to see.

• To prevent cross-contamination between tubes.

• To hold the tube steady and the needle in place.

• To collect blood from the veins.

What is the antecubital space?

• The inner arm just below the bend in the elbow, where the most common site for venipuncture is located.

• The back of the hand or wrist, which can be used as alternative sites for venipuncture.

• A type of test that can be performed using venipuncture blood.

• A special certification required for healthcare workers performing venipuncture.

What is the main idea of this passage?

• Venipuncture is a simple procedure that requires little training.

• Different types of tests require different types of equipment and procedures during venipuncture.

• Venipuncture is a complex medical procedure that requires careful attention to detail and proper training.

• Venipuncture is a dangerous procedure that should only be performed by highly trained professionals.

What are the three main methods of venipuncture?

• Vacuum tube, butterfly needle, and syringe.

• Tourniquet, evacuated collection tube, and adapter.

• Needle, rubber stopper, and blood test.

• Complete blood count, blood type, and cholesterol.

Why is it important to follow the proper order of draw during venipuncture?

• To make the veins easier to find.

• To avoid contaminating the blood.

• To constrict blood flow and make veins easier to see.

• To prevent cross-contamination between tubes.