Discussion Post: Patient Care Procedures
• What is Sanitation and Disinfection?
• What are the Standard Precautions? Explain 3 of them.
• Name the factors you should give attention to ensure a high quality blood specimen.
• Which veins are commonly used for venipuncture?
• What is hemoconcentration? How can you prevent it?
• Which veins should be avoided when you choose a site for venipuncture? Why?
• Why, when performing a venipuncture, the needle should not be inserted into the skin with the bevel facing downward?
The response must include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.