What is an advantage of using the microcollection container for capillary blood gases?

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AThey eliminate the need for arterial puncture
BThey reduce the amount of oxygen present in the sample
CThey are less painful to adults
DThey are more precise than arterial blood gas measurements

✓ Correct answer: A. They eliminate the need for arterial puncture Answer: They eliminate the need for arterial puncture Arterial puncture for blood gas analysis can be technically challenging and painful. Using a microcollection container for capillary blood gases allows the phlebotomist to collect the sample from a capillary bed, typically from a finger or heel stick, which is less invasive and safer than arterial collection.

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