Before Performing Puncture or Cannulation of the Radial Artery, What

question 9

Multiple Choice

Before performing puncture or cannulation of the radial artery, what should you do?

• A) Fix and tighten a tourniquet above the antecubital fossa.
• B) Perform the Allen test to ensure collateral circulation.
• C) Inject heparin into the adjoining subcutaneous tissues.
• D) Apply firm pressure to the arterial site for 5 min.

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Definitions:

Joint Flexibility

The capacity of joints to achieve their complete motion range freely, without experiencing discomfort or rigidity.

Overly Flexible

Describes a condition where joints move beyond a healthy range of motion, potentially leading to instability or injury.

Range of Motion

The full movement potential of a joint, usually its range of flexion and extension; important for flexibility and health.

Anatomical Differences

Variations in the structure of organisms' bodies that distinguish between species, genders, or individuals.