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Why is arterial puncture not commonly used for routine blood tests?
Why is arterial puncture not commonly used for routine blood tests?
- It is not suitable for patients with diabetes
- It is not suitable for evaluating respiratory function
- It is technically difficult and potentially more hazardous (correct)
- It is less painful than venipuncture
What is the primary reason for performing an arterial puncture?
What is the primary reason for performing an arterial puncture?
- To obtain blood for routine blood tests
- To obtain blood for arterial blood gas (ABG) tests (correct)
- To diagnose electrolyte and acid-base balance disorders
- To obtain blood for venipuncture
What type of blood is best suited for evaluating respiratory function?
What type of blood is best suited for evaluating respiratory function?
- Mixed blood
- Arterial blood (correct)
- Venous blood
- Capillary blood
What is a common use of arterial blood gas (ABG) tests?
What is a common use of arterial blood gas (ABG) tests?
What is a characteristic of arterial blood gas (ABG) specimens?
What is a characteristic of arterial blood gas (ABG) specimens?
Which of the following professionals is NOT typically involved in arterial puncture?
Which of the following professionals is NOT typically involved in arterial puncture?
What is the primary advantage of using the radial artery for puncture?
What is the primary advantage of using the radial artery for puncture?
What is a disadvantage of using the femoral artery for puncture?
What is a disadvantage of using the femoral artery for puncture?
Which of the following is NOT a site-selection criterion for arterial puncture?
Which of the following is NOT a site-selection criterion for arterial puncture?
What information is needed on the ABG specimen collection test requisition?
What information is needed on the ABG specimen collection test requisition?
What is the purpose of the modified Allen test?
What is the purpose of the modified Allen test?
What is the purpose of using a Luer-tip normal or bubble removal cap?
What is the purpose of using a Luer-tip normal or bubble removal cap?
Which of the following is a disadvantage of using the brachial artery for puncture?
Which of the following is a disadvantage of using the brachial artery for puncture?
What is the primary advantage of using the brachial artery for puncture?
What is the primary advantage of using the brachial artery for puncture?
What is the purpose of using personal protective equipment during arterial puncture?
What is the purpose of using personal protective equipment during arterial puncture?
