What is the preferred site for phlebotomy on an adult?
a. Median cubital vein in the bend of the arm
b. Veins on top of the hand
c. Basilic vein in the bend of the arm
d. Ring finger
ANS: A
The medial cubital vein located in the bend of the arm is the preferred site for phlebotomy on an adult. The basilic vein is also acceptable, as are veins on the top of the hand if no site can be found or used in the antecubital fossa (bend of the arm). The ring finger cannot be used for venipuncture.
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