Why should small children not have bandages applied after a dermal puncture? A) Because of a swallowing or choking risk B) Because of the small area punctured C) Because it will constrict the patient’s finger D) Because the bandages become contaminated

     Which of the dermal punctures in this image is performed correctly? A) Image A B) Image B C) Both of these D) Neither of these

He is listening to music in his room.Él *blank* *blank* (escuchar) música en su habitación. _______ _______

When collecting a specimen for blood culture, some blood is placed into an anaerobic bottle and will be exposed to a(n): A) oxygen-rich environment. B) room air environment. C) oxygen-free environment. D) gas-free environment.

You have just backed up the spreader slide toward the frosted end until the spreader touches the blood drop to prepare a blood smear. What will you do next? A) Apply a drop of blood to the slide ½ inch from the edge. B) Place the edge of the spreader slide close to the unfrosted edge. C) Allow the smear to air dry before staining. D) Allow the blood drop to spread almost to the edges of the spreader slide.

People with sickle cell disease should avoid A) anesthesia during surgery. B) high-oxygen environments. C) overhydration (too much water). D) transfusions when anemic

A female student is registering to become a blood donor at a community blood drive. Which of the following characteristics disqualifies her from being an eligible donor at this time? A) She is 19 years old. B) She weighs 105 pounds. C) Her hematocrit is 40%. D) Her body temperature is 98.7 degrees

Sterile technique is required during blood collection for culture to: A) create confidence in the patient because of the lengthy procedure. B) ensure that no normal flora are included in the specimen. C) promote growth of pathogens in the sample. D) stimulate blood flow to the surface veins.

Nuestros padres *blank* muy generosos. _______

El camarero *blank* (servir, caminar) la cena a los invitados. _______