To Prevent Rupturing an Elderly Patient's Vessel When Performing Venipuncture

question 13

Multiple Choice

To prevent rupturing an elderly patient's vessel when performing venipuncture, the nurse will

• A) Use the Vacutainer collection method.
• B) Use a blood pressure cuff to occlude venous return.
• C) Collect the patient's blood with an 18-gauge needle.
• D) Apply warm compresses to the arm for 20 minutes before venipuncture.

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