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Today we are going to briefly discuss: the essential steps for performing a venipuncture blood draw.

Preparing the Patient
Introduce yourself and explain the procedure to the patient clearly.
Confirm patient identity using two identifiers (e.g., name and date of birth).
Ask about allergies or conditions that may impact the draw.

Gathering Necessary Equipment
Colle ctyour supplies: gloves, alcohol swabs, tourniquet, needle, and blood collection tubes.
Ensure all items are sterile and easily accessible to streamline the process.

Selecting the Venipuncture Site
Typically, the median cubital vein is the preferred choice.
Avoid veins that appear scarred, bruised, or near infections.
Always consider the patient's age and physical condition when selecting a site.

Applying the Tourniquet
Place the tourniquet 3-4 inches above the selected site to help engorge the vein.
Ensure it’s snug but not too tight to avoid discomfort; limit application to 1 minute.

Cleaning the Site
Clean the venipuncture site with an alcohol swab in a circular motion.
Allow the site to air dry completely to minimize contamination risk.
Avoid touching the site after cleaning to maintain sterility.

Performing the Venipuncture
Put on gloves and hold the skin taut below the site with your non-dominant hand.
Insert the needle at a 15-30 degree angle with the bevel facing up.
Once blood begins to flow, gently release the tourniquet to promote circulation.
After drawing the required samples, withdraw the needle smoothly and apply gauze. Label the specimens correctly and dispose of sharps according to protocol. Thank the patient for their cooperation and provide aftercare instructions.

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