Failure to Allow the Alcohol to Dry on the Patient's

question 22

Multiple Choice

Failure to allow the alcohol to dry on the patient's arm after site cleansing can cause all of the following except:

• A) increased bacteriostatic action.
• B) a stinging sensation for the patient.
• C) a possible unsterile site.
• D) specimen hemolysis.

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Definitions:

Components in Parallel

Parts of a system designed to operate simultaneously, ensuring that if one part fails, the system as a whole can still function.

System Reliability

The probability that a system or component will perform its required functions without failure under stated conditions for a specified period of time.

Components in Series

A configuration where components are connected end-to-end in such a way that the failure of one component results in the failure of the entire system.

System Reliability

The probability that a system, including all individual components and processes, will perform its required functions without failure under stated conditions for a specified period of time.