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Phlebotomy Essentials

6th Edition

ISBN:9781451194524

Author:Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)

Publisher:Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)

Chapter1: Phlebotomy: Past And Present And The Healthcare Setting

Section: Chapter Questions

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8) How would you know whether or not this patient is experiencing an anaphylactic reaction?

A) Low blood pressure B) Itching C) Respiratory Distress D) Both A and C

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