A Newly Diagnosed Patient with Diabetes Is Being Taught the Procedure

question 19

Multiple Choice

A newly diagnosed patient with diabetes is being taught the procedure for obtaining a blood glucose specimen.What information should the nurse include in patient teaching about the procedure for capillary puncture?

• A) Puncture the center of the fingertip.
• B) Allow the alcohol to dry completely.
• C) Hold the finger upright for the puncture.
• D) Squeeze the finger to increase blood flow.

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