During the Process of Phlebotomy,drawing a Blood Specimen from a Patient,the

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Multiple Choice

During the process of phlebotomy,drawing a blood specimen from a patient,the action of cleaning the area on the skin prior to the insertion of the needle requires the application of a(n) :

• A)chemical sterilant.
• B)bacteriostatic agent.
• C)alcohol.
• D)antiseptic.

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Definitions:

Nail Root

The part of the nail beneath the skin, from where the nail starts to grow.

Nail Body

The visible part of the nail, made of keratin, that covers and protects the tips of the fingers and toes.

Nail Bed

Epithelial tissue resting on dermis under the nail between the nail matrix and hyponychium; contributes to the formation of the nail.

Hyponychium

Thickened portion of the stratum corneum under the free edge of the nail.