This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: Before performing puncture or cannulation of the radial artery, what should you do? a. Fix and ... (Read 56 times)

CharlieWard

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 578
on: Jul 16, 2018
Before performing puncture or cannulation of the radial artery, what should you do?
 
  a. Fix and tighten a tourniquet above the an-tecubital fossa.
  b. Perform the Allen test to ensure collateral circulation.
  c. Inject heparin into the adjoining subcuta-neous tissues.
  d. Apply firm pressure to the arterial site for 5 min.

Question 2

How long should you wait before drawing an ABG on a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patient whose FiO2 has just been changed?
 
  a. 5 to 10 min
  b. 10 to 15 min
  c. 15 to 20 min
  d. 20 to 30 min


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

Mochi

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 300
Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Box 19-2 outlines the basic procedure for radial artery puncture of adults.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Box 19-2 outlines the basic procedure for radial artery puncture of adults.


CharlieWard

  • Member
  • Posts: 578
Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Wow, this really help

frankwu0507

  • Member
  • Posts: 322
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

In inpatient settings, adverse drug events account for an estimated one in three of all hospital adverse events. They affect approximately 2 million hospital stays every year, and prolong hospital stays by between one and five days.

Did you know?

Disorders that may affect pharmacodynamics include genetic mutations, malnutrition, thyrotoxicosis, myasthenia gravis, Parkinson's disease, and certain forms of insulin-resistant diabetes mellitus.

Did you know?

The average adult has about 21 square feet of skin.

Did you know?

Anti-aging claims should not ever be believed. There is no supplement, medication, or any other substance that has been proven to slow or stop the aging process.

Did you know?

According to research, pregnant women tend to eat more if carrying a baby boy. Male fetuses may secrete a chemical that stimulates their mothers to step up her energy intake.

The Allen Test: Pallor is initiated by compressing the radial and ulnar arteries with the fist clenc The Allen Test: Pallor is initiated by compressing the radial and ulnar arteries with the fist clenc
Formation of an atherosclerotic plaque within a coronary artery; may lead to coronary artery disease Formation of an atherosclerotic plaque within a coronary artery; may lead to coronary artery disease
Atherosclerosis. (a) A sectioned coronary artery that exhibits an accumulation of fatty plaque, whic Atherosclerosis. (a) A sectioned coronary artery that exhibits an accumulation of fatty plaque, whic
Blocked Artery Leading to Stroke Blocked Artery Leading to Stroke
An atherosclerotic artery. An atherosclerotic artery.
Performing Venipuncture Using the Vacutainer Method Performing Venipuncture Using the Vacutainer Method
Video: Ear Virtual Tour Animation

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library