The nurse is preparing to obtain a blood specimen via capillary puncture.Which site(s)below would be appropriate for the procedure? (Select all that apply.)

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Skin puncture,also called capillary puncture,is the least traumatic method of obtaining a blood specimen.A sterile lancet or needle is used to puncture a vascular area on a finger,earlobe,toe,or heel.Recent studies indicate the option of obtaining blood from other sites but with limitations.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Obtain a Blood Specimen Via