The nurse is preparing to obtain a blood specimen.Which is the most important intervention for the nurse to complete before obtaining a blood specimen?
A) Verify patient identification.
B) Perform patient skin preparation.
C) Ask the patient for an arm preference.
D) Tell the patient that the procedure is slightly painful.
Correct Answer:
Verified
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