Several Blood Tests Are Ordered for a Preschool Child with Severe

question 32

Multiple Choice

Several blood tests are ordered for a preschool child with severe anemia.She is crying and upset because she remembers the venipuncture done at the clinic 2 days ago.The nurse should explain that:

• A) venipuncture discomfort is very brief.
• B) only one venipuncture will be needed.
• C) topical application of local anesthetic can eliminate venipuncture pain.
• D) most blood tests on children require only a finger puncture because a small amount of blood is needed.

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