Final answer:
A venipuncture can be performed using the Vacutainer technique, a butterfly needle system, or a syringe. Since these methods are all viable options, the correct answer is D. all of the above.
Step-by-step explanation:
Venipuncture, the process of obtaining intravenous access for the purpose of intravenous therapy or for blood sampling of venous blood, can be performed using a variety of techniques. The methods mentioned in the question are:
- Vacutainer technique: a popular method using a special plastic holder and a series of vacuum tubes to collect the blood sample.
- Butterfly: a needle system with plastic wings used to obtain blood samples or administer medications into the vein.
- Syringe: a traditional method where blood is drawn into a syringe by manually pulling back the plunger.
All these methods can be used for venipuncture, hence the correct answer is D. all of the above.