American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) Phlebotomy Practice Exam

Which patient factor should prompt particular attention to pressure-point protection before a prolonged operation?

A normal preoperative hemoglobin Use of absorbable skin sutures A short preoperative fasting interval Markedly low body mass with little soft-tissue padding

Correct Answer:

Markedly low body mass with little soft-tissue padding

Explanation:

Patients with little soft-tissue padding have less protection over bony prominences and are at greater risk for pressure injury and nerve compression during prolonged positioning.

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