Phlebotomy Technician Practice Exam (NCPT/CPT)

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The phlebotomist should never do what to the patient's arm after the venipuncture as it will cause hematoma?

Wipe it with alcohol
Apply a bandage
Bend it
Check for a pulse

The correct answer is: Bend it

After a venipuncture, the phlebotomist should never bend the patient's arm as it can disrupt the clotting process and lead to hematoma. Wiping the area with alcohol, applying a bandage, and checking for a pulse are all appropriate post-venipuncture procedures and should not cause hematoma. However, bending the arm can put pressure on the site and increase the risk of bleeding and bruising. Therefore, it is important for the phlebotomist to remind the patient to keep their arm straight for a few minutes after the procedure to prevent hematoma formation.