Which of the Following Is the Most Appropriate Next Step

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most appropriate next step when a medical assistant attempts a venipuncture on an adult patient and cannot obtain a sample, and a second medical assistant is also unsuccessful?

• A)Explain the problem to the patient and try the other arm. 
• B)Get another medical assistant to attempt a draw. 
• C)Inform the physician of unsuccessful attempts. 
• D)Schedule the patient to come back the next day.

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