The Nurse Performs Allen's Test Before Obtaining an ABG Specimen

question 9

Multiple Choice

The nurse performs Allen's test before obtaining an ABG specimen to determine

• A) if an allergy to heparin is present.
• B) if ulnar circulation is adequate.
• C) the patency of the radial artery.
• D) the presence of neuromuscular weakness.

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