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The most common sites are the Median Cubital and Cephalic Veins although other sites may be used.
*(this next part was already here and may be wrong; the above is what I found in my textbook)* - The best advice is to start low and work your way up (ie start with the top of the hand, and use the antecubital area inside the elbow if the hand veins become inaccessible.
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How is a parathyroid hormone test taken?
The PTH test is performed on a sample of the patient's blood, withdrawn from a vein into a vacuum tube. The procedure, which is called a venipuncture, takes about five minutes.
What is the most common antiseptic used in routine venipuncture?
The recommended antispetic for cleaning a routine venipuncture is 70% Isopropyl alcohol, which is typically available in sterile, prepackaged pads referred to as alcohol prep pads.
What is the site on the surface of an enzyme where a reactant binds to the enzyme is called?
The active site
The particular region of an enzyme molecule that combines with the substrate it acts upon is called what?
The area where a molecule other than substrate can attach is called the allosteric site.
This is a specific region of an enzyme where a substrate binds and the chemical reaction occurs?
it i called an active site
What is the condition called if the venipuncture site is swollen?
management information system report
A hematoma can be prevented if?
Pressure. Is placed on the venipuncture site until bleeding stops
In which test should alcohol never be used to cleanse the venipuncture site?
The EtG urine test.
Which is the proper order of vein selection for venipuncture?
When selecting a site for venipuncture, it is best to start with the veins running through the antecubital area. First, locating the Median Antecubital Vein, Cephalic Vein, and Basilic Vein. If unsuccessful with venipuncture, then approaching the dorsum of the hand, and lastly the dorsum of the foot.
When anchoring a vein for venipuncture why is it inadvisable to place one finger above the venipuncture site?
There are two reasons for this first is for safety. If the patient pulls the arm back when the needle is inserted the needle may recoil as it comes out of the arm, springing back into your finger. Also there is the possibility of contamination of the site that you just cleaned.
How is the Aspartate aminotransferase test done?
AST is determined by analysis of a blood sample, usually from taken from a venipuncture site at the bend of the elbow
Where is venous access done?
For peripheral venipuncture the common site is usually a vein in the arm (the anticubital fossa located on the opposite side of the elbow)
Why you should sterilize the venipuncture site of the blood donor by using both of iodine and alcohol?
There are many reasons to sterilize the venipuncture site of a blood donor using both iodine and alcohol. The main concern and reason to do this is sanitation and bacteria transfer. By sanitizing the area and the needle, bacteria are less likely to enter the puncture wound and infect a donor's bloodstream.
What is Puncturing a vein for the purpose of drawing blood called?
bloodletting i thinkANS2:The answer is Venipuncture. ANS3:Try "Phlebotomy"
What are the risks of a creatinine test?
Risks for this test are minimal, but may include slight bleeding from the blood-drawing site, fainting or feeling lightheaded after venipuncture,
What is meant by puncturing a venipuncture?
A venipuncture is a puncture in a vein. As when a person gives blood or has a blood test run.
How do you anchor a vein during venipuncture?
You use your thumb to keep the vein from "rolling" while doing a venipuncture.
