If a Blood Gas Sample Is Not Obtained from an Arterial

question 19

Multiple Choice

If a blood gas sample is not obtained from an arterial stick in a premature baby without central access, which of the following sites should be considered because this blood vessel is larger than the radial artery at this age?

• A) Dorsalis pedis
• B) Temporal
• C) Posterior tibial
• D) Femoral

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