PCT Module 4 Dermal Puncture

Imagine you're a detective like Noah, trying to solve the mystery of why a dermal puncture is chosen over a venipuncture. What's the primary reason for this choice?

• To collect a large volume of blood

• To collect a small volume of blood

• To avoid using any blood collection equipment

• To ensure the blood is only venous

Hey there, future medical detectives! Can you help Aria solve this mystery? A dermal puncture blood specimen contains three types of blood: _______, capillary, and venous. What’s the missing type?

Aria and Olivia are learning about finger sticks in their health class. Can you help them figure out which of the following is NOT a suitable site for a finger stick in adults?

• Third (middle) finger

• Fourth (ring) finger

• Fifth (pinky) finger

• Thumb

Imagine you're a medical detective like Harper or Mia, and your mission is to prepare a patient's finger for a dermal puncture. What are the steps you'd take to ensure everything goes smoothly?

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Imagine little Zoe needs a quick blood test. Why might the doctor choose to perform a heel stick on her?

• Zoe's veins are too large for a standard venipuncture.

• Zoe has sufficient tissue on her fingers for a finger stick.

• Zoe's veins are too small for a standard venipuncture.

• Zoe's heel is not a suitable site for blood collection.

Hey there, future medical marvels! Imagine you're on a mission with Dr. Avery to help tiny tots. For infants younger than 12 months, what magical technique does Dr. Avery use to obtain capillary blood? Fill in the blank: Use the _______ technique!

During a science class, Priya and Arjun are learning about dermal punctures. Suddenly, the blood flow stops! What should they do next?

• Squeeze the finger tightly

• Wipe away any surface clots with a gauze pad

• Use a larger lancet

• Scoop the blood to hasten collection

Hey there, curious minds! Ever wondered why it's crucial to wipe away the first drop of blood during a dermal puncture? Let's dive into this intriguing mystery with Maya, Benjamin, and Hannah!

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Arjun and Aria are preparing for their first finger stick procedure in the lab. Can you help them figure out which piece of equipment they can leave behind?

• Gloves

• Heel-warming device

• Lancet

• Microcollection tubes