Withdrawing Blood from a Vein Is Called

question 6

Multiple Choice

Withdrawing blood from a vein is called:

• A) venipuncture
• B) aspiration
• C) centesis
• D) vasoconstriction

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Grasp the definition and objectives of behavioral cardiology and its importance in reducing CVD risk.

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