Asked by Anser Pierre Louis on Jun 23, 2024

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Before performing a capillary puncture,you must wipe the desired site with a prep pad soaked with:

A) iodine
B) alcohol
C) witch hazel
D) water

Prep Pad

A small, medicated pad used for cleaning an area of the skin before a medical procedure, such as an injection.

Capillary Puncture

A procedure to collect blood samples from a capillary bed, commonly used for tests requiring small amounts of blood, such as glucose levels.

  • Acquire knowledge on the correct procedures for capillary blood sampling.
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Diana RegaladoJun 26, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Alcohol is commonly used to clean the skin before a capillary puncture to ensure the area is sterile and to minimize the risk of infection.