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    Obtaining A Capillary Blood Specimen To Measure Blood Glucose

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    1) The document outlines the steps to obtain a capillary blood specimen to measure blood glucose levels, which includes preparing equipment and the puncture site, obtaining the blood sample, exposing it to a test strip, and measuring and documenting the results. 2) Special considerations are provided for obtaining blood samples from infants, children, and older adults. Warming the puncture site can increase blood flow for all groups. Infants' heels are commonly used while children may choose the site if possible. Older adults may need assistance and special meters due to physical limitations.

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    Obtaining A Capillary Blood Specimen To Measure Blood Glucose

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    1) The document outlines the steps to obtain a capillary blood specimen to measure blood glucose levels, which includes preparing equipment and the puncture site, obtaining the blood sample, exposing it to a test strip, and measuring and documenting the results. 2) Special considerations are provided for obtaining blood samples from infants, children, and older adults. Warming the puncture site can increase blood flow for all groups. Infants' heels are commonly used while children may choose the site if possible. Older adults may need assistance and special meters due to physical limitations.

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    1) The document outlines the steps to obtain a capillary blood specimen to measure blood glucose levels, which includes preparing equipment and the puncture site, obtaining the blood sample, exposing it to a test strip, and measuring and documenting the results. 2) Special considerations are provided for obtaining blood samples from infants, children, and older adults. Warming the puncture site can increase blood flow for all groups. Infants' heels are commonly used while children may choose the site if possible. Older adults may need assistance and special meters due to physical limitations.

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    Obtaining A Capillary Blood Specimen To Measure Blood Glucose

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    Franz Earl Niño Albesa
    1) The document outlines the steps to obtain a capillary blood specimen to measure blood glucose levels, which includes preparing equipment and the puncture site, obtaining the blood sample, exposing it to a test strip, and measuring and documenting the results. 2) Special considerations are provided for obtaining blood samples from infants, children, and older adults. Warming the puncture site can increase blood flow for all groups. Infants' heels are commonly used while children may choose the site if possible. Older adults may need assistance and special meters due to physical limitations.

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    Obtaining a Capillary Blood Specimen to Measure Blood Glucose

    1. Introduce self and verify the client’s identity. Explain to the client what you are
    going to do, why is it necessary and how he or she can participate.
    2. Perform hand hygiene and observe other appropriate infection prevention
    procedures.
    3. Provide for client’s privacy.
    4. Prepare the equipment.
    5. Select and prepare the vascular puncture site
    • (e.g. side of an adult’s finger). Avoid sites beside bone. Wrap the finger first in a
    warm cloth or hold finger in a dependent (below heart level) position. If the
    earlobe is used, rub it gently with a small piece of gauze. RATIONALE: These
    actions increase the blood flow to the area, ensure an adequate specimen and
    reduce the need for a repeat puncture.
    • Clean the site with the antiseptic swab or soap and water and allow it to dry
    completely. RATIONALE: Alcohol can affect accuracy and the site stings when
    punctured if wet with alcohol.
    6. Obtain blood specimen.
    • Apply gloves.
    • Place the injector, if used, against the site and release the needle, thus
    permitting to pierce the skin. Make sure the lancet is perpendicular to the site.
    RATIONALE: The lancet is designed to pierce the skin at a specific depth when
    it its in a perpendicular position relative to the skin.
    OR
    • Prick the site with a lancet or a needle, using a darting motion.
    • Gently squeeze (but do not touch) the puncture site until a drop of blood forms.
    The size of the drop of blood can vary depending on the meter. Some meters
    require as little as 0.3 ml of blood.
    • Hold the reagent strip under the puncture site until adequate blood covers the
    indicator square. The pad will absorb the blood and a chemical reaction will
    occur. Do not smear the blood. RATIONALE: Smearing will cause an inaccurate
    reading.
    • Some meters wick the blood by just touching the puncture site with the strip.
    • Ask the client to apply pressure to the skin puncture site with a 2x2 gauze or
    cotton ball.
    7. Expose the blood to the test strip for the period and the manner specified by the
    manufacturer. RATIONALE: The blood must remain in contact with the test strip for a
    prescribed time to obtain accurate results.
    • 8. Measure after the designated time, most glucose meters will display the
    glucose reading automatically.
    • Turn off the meter and discard the test strip and 2x2 gauze in a biohazard
    container. Discard the lancet into a sharps container.
    • Remove the discard the gloves.
    • Perform hand hygiene.
    • Document the method of testing and results on client’s record.

    LIFE SPAN CONSIDERATIONS:


    INFANTS
     The outer aspect of the heel is the most common site for neonates and infants.
    Placing a warm cloth on the infant’s heel often increases the blood flow to the
    area.
    CHILDREN
     Use the side of a fingertip for a young client older than age 2, unless
    contraindicated.
     Allow the child to choose the puncture site, when possible.
     Praise the young client for cooperating and assure the child that the procedure is
    not a punishment.
    OLDER ADULTS
     Older adults may have arthritic joint changes, poor vision, or hand tremors and
    may need assistance using the glucose meter or obtaining a meter that
    accommodates their limitations.
     Older adults may have difficulty obtaining diabetic supplies due to financial
    concerns or homebound status.
     Older adults often have a poor circulation. Warming the hands by wrapping with
    a warm washcloth for 3 to 5 minutes or placing the hand dependent for a few
    moments may help in obtaining blood sample.

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