Someone who drinks a lot of alcohol and can’t stop.
Venipuncture is a routine surgical puncture of a vein to withdraw blood for laboratory testing or for the administration of intravenous fluids or drugs. It is done as part of the observation for a wide range of medical conditions.
1. Types of information patients will be able to share with Bruce about their previous venipuncture experience are the complications caused by venipuncture. Examples are:
a. hematoma – most common
b. osteomyelitis
c. vein occlusion
d.. syncope.
e. hemoconcentration
f. petechiae
g. collapsed veins
Other serious complications include cellulitis, phlebitis, diaphoresis, and hypotension
2. If Bruce knows this information, he can better serve his patients by taking the necessary precautions.
For example, for patients who experienced Hematoma:
Bruce is aware not to push the needle too far into so as to prevent blood leaks causing a bruise to the patient again.
3. Yes, patients are a good source of information about their bodies and their reactions to past experiences.
Samantha always feels rushed in the morning, and she often forgets important items when she leaves for school. What can she do tonight to maximize her sleep and improve her day tomorrow?
Turn off electronics an hour before bed
I think it’s A!!! But I’m not sure
