The Best Way to Prevent Fainting in a Patient During

question 32

Multiple Choice

The best way to prevent fainting in a patient during blood collection is to:

• A) have the patient stand during the procedure.
• B) have the patient lie down during the procedure.
• C) have the patient pump the fist three times.
• D) place a pillow under the patient's head.

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