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faduma

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Purposes of a needle-capping device include which of the following? 1. To isolate the sample from air exposure 2. To help prevent needlestick injuries 3. To hold the excess anticoagulant
 
  a. 1 and 2 only
  b. 1 and 3 only
  c. 2 and 3 only
  d. 1, 2, and 3

Question 2

Which of the following patient parameters does not need to be assessed as part of arterial blood sampling?
 
  a. Blood pressure
  b. Temperature
  c. Position or activity level
  d. Clinical appearance


nikmaaacs

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
If provided, the needle-capping device serves two purposes. First, it isolates the sample from air exposure (to ensure accurate results). Second, it helps prevent inadvertent needlestick injuries.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
To guide practitioners in providing quality care, the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) has published Clinical Practice Guideline: Sampling for Arterial Blood Gas Analysis. Modified excerpts from the AARC guideline appear on p. 373.


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