Phlebotomy collection sites that should be avoided because of the possibility of specimen collection include all of the following except:

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The uncomplicated antecubital area of one of the patient's arms is a suitable site for phlebotomy specimen collection. The arm receiving intravenous fluids, the presence of hematomas, and the arm immediately adjacent to a mastectomy site are all sites that should be avoided for specimen collection to prevent contamination or potential harm to the patient.

Phlebotomy Collection Sites That Should Be Avoided Because of the Possibility