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Dermal puncture
Procedure for dermal puncture
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Obtain and examine requisition | |
| Greet patient, explain procedure | |
| Identify patient using 2 identifiers (name, DOB) | |
| Compare patient info. W/ requisition or armband if inpatient | |
| Sanitize hands, put on gloves | |
| Position patient | |
| Select appropriate puncture site | |
| Warm site if applicable | |
| Cleanse site w/alcohol and allow to air dry | |
| Assemble rest of equipment | |
| Smoothly perform puncture | |
| Dispose of sharp in sharps container | |
| Wipe away 1st drop of blood | |
| Fill tubes in correct order of draw | |
| Apply pressure to puncture with gauze | |
| Seal tube, invert to mix (8-10 times) | |
| Label tube | |
| Examine puncture site for stoppage of bleeding, apply bandage | |
| Dispose of other used supplies as needed | |
| Thank patient-remove gloves, sanitize hands |