ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals Exam 6 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching an assistive personnel (AP) how to obtain a capillary finger stick blood sample. Which of the following actions by the AP requires the nurse to intervene?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Elevating the finger above heart level. This action is incorrect because it can impede blood flow to the finger, making it difficult to obtain an adequate blood sample.
To obtain a capillary finger stick blood sample, the finger should be held in a dependent position to promote blood flow. Wrapping the finger in a warm cloth (
A) helps dilate blood vessels for easier blood collection. Rubbing the fingertip with an alcohol pad (
B) cleans the area to prevent infection. Puncturing the side of the fingertip (
C) is the correct technique for obtaining a capillary blood sample.
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