What Should the Nurse Do After Obtaining a Sample for an Arterial

question 9

Multiple Choice

What should the nurse do after obtaining a sample for an arterial blood gas (ABG) ?

• A)Maintain pressure over the site for 3 to 5 minutes.
• B)Check the artery proximal to or above the puncture site.
• C)Place the syringe into a plastic bag,and send it to the lab.
• D)Apply a cool compress to hematoma formation at the puncture site.

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Definitions:

Parenchymal Tissue

This type of tissue constitutes the functional parts of an organ in the body, as opposed to the supportive or connective tissues.

Water Conduction

Water conduction refers to the process of transporting water and dissolved nutrients throughout a plant or other organism.

Sclerenchyma Cells

Thick-walled, rigid cells that provide structural support to plants and are characterized by their high lignin content.

Sclereids

Specialized thick-walled cells found in plants that provide support and protection, contributing to the hardness of nuts and seeds.