Jhennyballen

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1. 21 g needle vs 23 g butterfly

   Jhennyballen replied to Jhennyballen's topic in General Nursing

   Thank you for your response. I think that I did in fact shake the red tube. I thought this was required None of the other things you suggested happened. Thanks again.

2. 21 g needle vs 23 g butterfly

   Jhennyballen posted a topic in General Nursing

   I work in geriatrics and I have noticed that I get a higher rate of hemolysis and false positive hyperkalemia with a 21 g needle versus a 23 g butterfly. I tried not to tie the tourniquet too tightly. I've even tried drawing without a tourniquet. Sam...