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silviawilliams41

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on: Jun 25, 2018
Which statement is true about arterial punctures?
 a. Collateral circulation should be checked before drawing.
  b. Heparin is the anticoagulant of choice.
  c. The site must be held at least 5 minutes after completing the puncture.
  d. all of the above

Question 2

Which arteries are least suitable for drawing blood gases?
 a. radial b. brachial
  c. femoral d. ulnar


bitingbit

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

c


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