
Phlebotomy Essentials
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ISBN: 9781451194524
Author: Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)
Publisher: JONES+BARTLETT PUBLISHERS, INC.
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Sally Conner is a 60-year-old who recently suffered a stroke at home. She has been moved into Real Nice Long Term Care facility for recovery. Her vital signs are normal but complains of intermittent mild headaches. She has left sided weakness in her arm and leg, and currently spends most of her time in bed. She suffered from CVA last month which has left her debilitated and dependent with self-care. She has difficulty with swallowing and requires assistance with feeding. You will assist her with brushing her teeth, provide a partial bed bath, help her change her gown, and change her bed while she is in it.
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- If patient has weakness on left side, where should you best approach the patient and why?
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