Complications associated with skin puncture include:
1. hemolysis due to alcohol
2. osteomyelitis
3. tissue fluid contamination
4. hematoma

Question

Complications associated with skin puncture include: 
1. hemolysis due to alcohol
2. osteomyelitis
3. tissue fluid contamination
4. hematoma

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Complications associated with skin puncture can include hemolysis due to alcohol not being fully dried before the puncture, osteomyelitis especially in deep punctures or in patients with compromised immune systems, and tissue fluid contamination which can dilute the sample and affect test results. Hematoma is also a potential complication, but it is not listed under the correct options based on the provided choices.

Complications Associated with Skin Puncture Include