Routine Venipuncture
which vein is the first choice for a routine venipuncture?
Median cubital
After the needle is withdrawn, What is the NEXT step?
Activate the safety device
What department is responsible for sterile supplies?
central supply
When drawing multiple tubes, when would the Tourniquet be released?
As soon as blood flow is established
What is the additive in the light blue tube?
Sodium citrate
what is the proper needle angle for a routine ETS blood draw?
15-30 degrees
what type of isolation requires special handling and ventilation ?
airborne isolation
If a patient extends his or her arm, this is an example of what type of consent
Implied consent
If a patient is on blood thinners or an aspirin regimen what should be used after the blood draw?
Coban wrap
If asked to draw a red, light blue, blood cultures and lavender. Which is last?
Lavender
When drawing from a patient who has had a mastectomy where is the appropriate place to draw?
Opposite side in the hand
what is the FIRST thing you will do in a case of an accidental needle stick?
Wash the site for 30/60 seconds wit soap and water
What bloodborne pathogen can remain on surfaces for up to 7 days if not properly disinfected?
HBV (hepatitis b)
What would the appropriate equipment to use for drawing from a patient with small, thin, fragile veins?
Butterfly with syringe
Out of red, green, light blue, and lavender top tubes which will produce serum?
Red
What is the best site for a dermal puncture on an adult?
Middle finger
According to OSHA why do we activate the safety feature on a needle?
To prevent accidental needle stick
What agency is responsible for the health and safety of workers?
OHSA
Place on ice
What additive is in a light green top?
Lithium heparin
What tube is an ESR test drawn in?
Lavender top
Once the blood draw is complete, what is the next step?
Dispose of the needle into a puncture resistant container (sharps container)
What is it that states that a patient has the right to refuse medical procedures and be informed of all consequences in doing so?
Patient bill of rights
what is the substance at the bottom of a serum separator tube?
Thixotropic gel
List the order of draw
Blood cultures, Light blue, red, gold, light green, Dark green, lavender, grey