Which of the Following Is a Disadvantage of Drawing Blood

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a disadvantage of drawing blood from the radial artery?

• A) The small size of the artery
• B) The presence of collateral circulation
• C) There are no veins or nerves immediately adjacent to the artery.
• D) It is close to the surface of the skin.

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