Needles
Gauge size of a butterfly needle
Butterfly needles are typically 21 to 23 gauge
4 things that make up blood
plasma, white cells, red cells, and platelets.
The preferred vein within the antecubital space is the__________ vein, as this area tends to cause less pain
median cubital vein
Percentage of alcohol in a pad used for cleaning a puncture site
70%
Most common extreme reaction to phlebotomy
Fainting
shaft at the end of the needle that creates a point.
Bevel
This is obtained when a tube is used with an anticoagulant, which inhibits blood clotting.
Whole Blood
Where a tourniquet should be placed
3 to 4 inches above the draw site
Areas of the foot used for capillary blood collection in infants?
Underside of the heel
This type of blood must stand upright at room temperature for 30 to 45 min.
Clotted Blood
hollow space inside the needle. Also referred to as the gauge
Lumen
Component of blood responsible for preventing excessive blood loss when a vessel is damaged
Platelets
Leaving the tourniquet on longer than 1 min can cause this
hemoconcentration
Preferred capillary puncture site for an adult
Ring finger
Medical equipment can require _________depending on use, working order, or manufacturer requirements.
Calibration
These type of needles are typically 20 to 22 gauge with a needle length of ¾ inch to 1 ½ inches.
Vacutainer needles
Vacuum stopper tubes are identified by the ________ of the top of the tube, which also identifies any additive within the tube.
Color
These locations for inserting a needle could be restricted to some patients
fistulas, ports, or mastectomy.
Order of Draw for Microcapillary Tubes
Specimens for certain tests must be protected from light to avoid changes. Once the specimen has been processed, it should be wrapped in this type of material
Foil
Whenever possible, place the sharps container on this side
Dominate Side
This colored Vacutainer does not contain any additive
Red
Location where blood may be more likely needed to be drawn on an older patient
Hand
Minimum amount of time a bandage should be in place after a phlebotomy or capillary puncture
15 min
____________bags should be leak proof and free from punctures or tears to ensure the safety.
Specimen