Chp 3 Flashcards
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Tourniquet
A
Length of rubber tubing that is wrapped around the arm to slow down the flow of venous blood
1
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Requisition
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Hard copy documentation of the blood test ordered
2
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Antiseptic
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Germicidal solution
3
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Bacteriostatic
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Inhibits the growth of bacteria
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Bevel
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Slanted tip of the needle
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Sterile
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Free of microorganism
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Q
Gauge
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Bore size
7
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Syringe
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Needle
8
Q
Evacuated tube holder
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Specialized plastic adaptor that holds both a needle and a tube for blood collection