# Phlebotomy Exam Prep 25, Mastectomy Side Restriction

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Podcast: [Nursing & Healthcare Exam Prep](https://stenobird.com/podcast/nursing-healthcare-exam-prep-7652377)
Published: 2026-05-22T22:25:11+00:00
Episode link: https://open-exam-prep.com/
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## Resource

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - Why venipuncture is contraindicated on the side of a mastectomy due to lymphedema risk and potential for inaccurate results. - That the restriction against drawing on the mastectomy side is lifelong and does not change over time. - The correct protocol for patients with a bilateral mastectomy, which requires a physician's order for an alternative site. - How to handle exam scenarios involving other complications, such as an IV on the non-restricted arm. - The critical importance of documenting the reason for any alternative venipuncture site selection.

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