To Prevent Error in Sampling Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs), the Nurse

question 16

Multiple Choice

To prevent error in sampling arterial blood gases (ABGs) , the nurse will

• A) place the sample immediately in ice water.
• B) shake the sample to mix in heparin.
• C) transfer the sample from syringe to air-tight glass test tube.
• D) use a large beveled needle to withdraw the sample.

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