A nurse is obtaining a blood specimen from a client. Which of the following actions is the MOST appropriate to ensure an accurate sample and prevent complications?
Recap the needle to prevent accidental exposure after the procedure.
Wipe the puncture site with alcohol repeatedly during the procedure.
Follow the correct order of draw for blood collection tubes.
Label the specimen tubes at the bedside before collection.
Using the correct order of draw minimizes the risk of cross-contamination between additives in blood collection tubes, which can alter test results. For instance, tubes with anticoagulants can interfere with coagulation tests if used improperly. Cleaning the site adequately reduces the chance of contamination but does not directly relate to the order of draw. Labeling tubes is important but does not impact the accuracy of the specimen itself. Recapping used needles increases the risk of needlestick injuries, which is a critical safety violation.
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