What May Occur If an Angle of Less Than 15

question 35

Multiple Choice

What may occur if an angle of less than 15 degrees is used to perform the venipuncture?

• A) The needle may enter the skin above the vein and not puncture it.
• B) The needle may go completely through the vein.
• C) The vein may collapse.
• D) The needle may penetrate a tendon.

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