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FREE DOWNLOADTo the Point® Article — Drawing Under Special Conditions
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When posed with the challenge of drawing from patients with fragile veins, edema, mastectomies, and IV infusions, finding a suitable site requires careful consideration. This article discusses the latest thinking on drawing outside the antecubital area, draws above and below an IV, venipunctures and capillary punctures on mastectomy patients, and geriatric considerations. (2,073 words, 4 pages)