Which of the following are reasons for finding an alternative site for arterial puncture? 1. Failed Allen test 2. History of peripheral vascular disease 3. Anticoagulation therapy 4. Presence of a surgical shunt
a. 1, 2, and 4 only
b. 2 and 4 only
c. 1, 2, and 3 only
d. 1, 3, and 4
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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