Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 90%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is preparing to collect a specimen for newborn screening.Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Warming the newborn├óÔé¼Ôäós heel for 5 to 10 minutes before the puncture helps increase blood flow and ensures a sufficient blood sample for screening tests.