Which of the Following Statements Is Incorrect Regarding the Proper

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding the proper way to identify a patient?

• A) The most critical error in phlebotomy is the misidentification of a patient.
• B) When determining the patient's name, ask, "Are you Mrs.Smith?"
• C) A three-way system is recommended; this consists of matching the patient's spelled out name and date of birth with the test requisition, and some type of identification, such as a driver's license (outpatient), hospital identification number (inpatient), or phone number.
• D) Patient must state his or her name.

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