Asked by Junior Anton on Jul 16, 2024
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After explaining the process, you are drawing blood on 82-year-old Mrs. Green using an evacuated tube system. As you insert the third tube into the holder, the Mrs. Green begins to cry. You ask if she is in pain and she says, "No, but I am so scared! Why do they need this much blood? I must have a terrible disease!" Which of the following is your best response?
A) "If you have a terrible disease, wouldn't you rather know about it?"
B) "We don't really need this much blood-we always draw a couple of extra tubes."
C) "Drawing blood does not necessarily mean you are ill; blood tests are one of the best ways to get an overall picture of your health."
D) "I am drawing several tubes of blood because, at your age, there are many different tests that we have to run."
E) "Don't worry; I'm sure everything will be fine."
Evacuated Tube System
A method used in medical blood collection that utilizes vacuum tubes to draw blood directly from the vein, minimizing contamination and specimen handling.
Overall Picture
A comprehensive or holistic view of a situation, considering all factors and elements involved.
- Implement proper identification and communication strategies with patients when collecting blood samples.
- Acknowledge the body's response to the process of drawing blood and the correct ways to react to how patients respond.
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Deanna BurrisJul 22, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Option C is the best response because it provides reassurance without making assumptions about the patient's health status. It explains the purpose of blood tests in a general sense, which can help alleviate the patient's fears without dismissing them.
Learning Objectives
- Implement proper identification and communication strategies with patients when collecting blood samples.
- Acknowledge the body's response to the process of drawing blood and the correct ways to react to how patients respond.