Free AAMA Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Practice Question

A 45-year-old patient presents to the clinic for routine blood work. Upon reviewing the patient's history, it is noted that they have a mastectomy on the left side. What is the most appropriate site for venipuncture in this scenario?

  • The left arm, below the site of the mastectomy

  • The left arm, using a vein above the site of the mastectomy

  • Either arm, as long as a tourniquet is applied below the site of venipuncture

  • The right arm, utilizing a suitable vein such as the median cubital vein

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AAMA Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) / 
Clinical Competency
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