Selecting a Site Flashcards by Stacey Brown | Brainscape

Q

What is the main site to venipuncture?

A

Antecubital Fossa

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Q

What to use if AF not possible?

A

Dorsal Veins on back of the hand
Use winged infusion set (Butterfly)
If veins Y together its a valve and if stuck then valves will shut the others down.

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Q

What is last choice for venipuncture?

A

Ankle or foot
Needs physician approval and can’t do it on diabetic patients

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