Blood Collection Flashcards
1
Q
Name 3 common anticoagulants and state why they are used
A
EDTA - remove calcium from blood
Heparin - inhibits thrombin and factor x. Chem tests
Citrates - bind or chelate calcium
2
Q
Suitable sites for capillary puncture on adult
A
Middle or ring finger on non dominant hand
3
Q
Explain why a capillary puncture might be performed on a pediatric patient
A
Infants had small blood volume
Large quantities removed rapidly can cause cardiac arrest
Puncturing deep veins can result in hemorrhage
Capillary blood preferred for some tests
4
Q
Identify suitable sites for capillary puncture on a pediatric
A
The heel on infants
5
Q
List five plasma components
A
Proteins Lipids Carbohydrates Amino acids Hormones Electrolytes
