How should bleeding be stopped at a venipuncture site?
A) Press on the site with gauze and then remove the needle.
B) Have patient bend his or her arm back up over the puncture site to hold the gauze in place.
C) Remove the needle and apply pressure to gauze over the site.
D) Immediately place an adhesive bandage on the site after withdrawal of the needle.

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Removing the needle and applying pressure with gauze over the site is the correct method to stop bleeding at a venipuncture site. This should be done for several minutes to ensure that bleeding has completely stopped before releasing pressure. Option A is incorrect because the needle should be removed before applying pressure. Option B is not necessary and may cause discomfort to the patient. Option D is incorrect because an adhesive bandage should not be used until bleeding has completely stopped.

How Should Bleeding Be Stopped at a Venipuncture Site