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Median cubital vein – Vein located near the middle of the antecubital area. First choice for venipuncture
collection

Medical asepsis – The practice designed to reduce the number and transfer of pathogens as well as break the
chain of infection; clean technique

N95 or N99 respirator – A mask that helps protect the wearer from airborne diseases

Palpate – To feel with the fingers
Pathogen – Disease causing micro-organisms

Petechiae - Small hemorrhagic spots that appear under the surface of the skin

Phlebitis – Inflammation of a blood vessel
SOP- Standard Operational Procedures

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