A nurse is preparing to assist with a bone marrow biopsy.Which anatomical site should the nurse anticipate will be used to obtain the specimen?

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An accurate bone marrow specimen in an adult can be obtained from the sternum,the spinous processes of the vertebrae,or the anterior or posterior iliac crests.A.B.D.The ribs,humerus,and long bones in the legs are not used for a bone marrow biopsy.

A Nurse Is Preparing to Assist with a Bone Marrow