As a Pediatric Nurse, Which of the Following Methods Results

question 37

Multiple Choice

As a pediatric nurse, which of the following methods results in the most reliable measurement of capillary refill time?

• A) Hold the fingertip above the patient's head and hold pressure until the pad of the finger turns white
• B) Hold moderate pressure on the fingertip for 5 seconds with an ambient temperature of 68ºF to 77ºF
• C) Hold moderate pressure on the sternum for 5 seconds with an ambient temperature of 68ºF to 77ºF
• D) Hold moderate pressure on the sole of the foot for 5 seconds with an ambient temperature of 68ºF to 77ºF

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