Jake, a phlebotomist, is sent to the ER to collect an EDTA specimen for a stat typeand crossmatch on an accident victim.He properly identifies the…

Question Answered step-by-step Jake, a phlebotomist, is sent to the ER to collect an EDTA specimenfor a stat typeand crossmatch on an accident victim. He properly identifies the patient and is in the process of filling the lavender-top tube when an ER nurse tells him that the patient’s physician wants to add a stat set of electrolytes to the test order. Jake acknowledges her request. He finishes filling the lavender top mixes the sample appropriately and grabs a green top to fill. After completing the draw, he takes the specimens straight to the laboratory to be processed immediately. -One of the specimens that Jake drew is compromised. Which one is it? -Why is the specimen compromised and how many test results will be affected? -How could Jake have avoided the problem without drawing blood from the patient twice? Health Science Science Nursing PHLB 000562 Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)