American Medical Technologist (AMT) Practice Exam

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What should a phlebotomist examine before bandaging the puncture site?

For signs of infection

For bleeding

Before bandaging the puncture site, it is essential for a phlebotomist to check for bleeding. Ensuring that there is no active bleeding is crucial, as bandaging over an unhealed or bleeding site can trap blood, lead to increased pain, or even cause a hematoma (a localized collection of blood outside of blood vessels). Applying a bandage too soon or while the site is still bleeding can compromise the healing process and increase the risk of complications, such as infection.

While examining for signs of infection, discoloration, or swelling are important observations for overall assessment of the site, they should occur after confirming that the bleeding has stopped and the area is ready for a bandage. Each of these other options can indicate different complications or conditions, but they do not take precedence over the critical step of ensuring the puncture site is no longer bleeding.

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For discoloration

For swelling

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