What Is the Purpose of Waiting 30 Seconds for the Alcohol

question 8

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of waiting 30 seconds for the alcohol to dry before inserting a needle?

• A) The evaporation process helps destroy microbes
• B) To avoid a stinging sensation
• C) To prevent hemolysis of the specimen
• D) All of the above

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