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A nurse is teaching a client who is immunosuppressed about ways to help the client to avoid infections. The nurse teaches the client that the purpose of the immune system is to provide:


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Capillary puncture

A procedure in which a small amount of blood is obtained via a puncture in the skin for testing, commonly performed on the fingertip or earlobe.

Fragile veins

Refers to veins that are more susceptible to damage or bruising, often due to medical conditions or aging.

Sterile needle

A needle that has been sterilized to prevent infection when penetrating the skin.

Venipuncture

The process of puncturing a vein with a needle to withdraw blood or insert fluids.

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