Question

A phlebotomy technician is screening potential blood donors. The technician should identify that which of the following patients is able to donate blood: a) 15 y/o at 135 lb b) 67 y/o at 98 lb c) 65 y/o at 120 lb d) 20 y/o at 105 lb

Answer 1

The patients who are able to donate blood are the 15-year-old at 135 lb and the 20-year-old at 105 lb. They meet the age and weight requirements set by the American Red Cross.

Step-by-step explanation:

To determine which patient is able to donate blood, we need to consider their age and weight. According to the information provided, the following patients can donate blood:

• 15 y/o at 135 lb.
• 20 y/o at 105 lb.

The American Red Cross guidelines state that individuals must be at least 16 years old and weigh at least 110 pounds to donate blood. Both the 15-year-old who weighs 135 pounds and the 20-year-old who weighs 105 pounds meet these criteria and are eligible to donate blood.