blood sampling techniques Flashcards
1
Q
when taking a jugular blood sample from a horse, where should you poke and why
A
- in the jugular groove of the upper third of the neck
- caudally, the jugular vein runs close to the carotid artery
2
Q
what materials are required for vacutainer collection on a horse
A
- 18-20 G needle
- vacutainer sleeve
- vacutainer tube
3
Q
what materials are required for a needle and syringe collection on a horse
A
- appropriate sized syringe (10-30 ml)
- 18-20 g needle, 2.5 - 3.75 cm (1-1 1/2 inch)
- blood sample tubes
4
Q
what size needles should be used in cats for blood sampling
A
23-21 g 5/8 inch long
5
Q
what gauge needle should be used in dogs when blood sampling
A
21 g, 5/8 or 1 inch long
6
Q
what concentration surgical spirit should be used in blood sampling
A
70 %
7
Q
what percent chlorhexidine or iodine should be used to prep blood sampling sites
A
- 4% chlorhex
- 10% iodine
