Before you draw a blood specimen you must always:

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Checking the patient's identification number and name on the wrist band is the most important step to ensure the correct patient is being tested. Asking the patient their name can also be helpful, but relying solely on the patient's response can lead to errors. Asking the nurse in charge to identify the patient is not necessary and telling the patient what type of blood test you are going to perform is not necessary before drawing the specimen.

Before You Draw a Blood Specimen You Must Always