Phlebotomy Collection Sites to Be Avoided to Prevent Patient Injury

question 66

Multiple Choice

Phlebotomy collection sites to be avoided to prevent patient injury include:

• A) arteries for routine testing.
• B) arms with fistulas or shunts.
• C) burned and scarred areas.
• D) all are correct.

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Definitions:

Dissociation

A psychological condition wherein a person experiences a disconnection and lack of continuity between thoughts, memories, surroundings, actions, and identity.

Repression

A defense mechanism where unwanted memories, thoughts, or desires are excluded from conscious awareness.

Proactive Interference

The effect where older information prevents the recall of newer information.

Repressed Memories

Memories involuntarily suppressed because they are linked to intense stress or trauma.