When Performing an Allen Test on the Left Hand of a Patient

question 33

Multiple Choice

When performing an Allen test on the left hand of a patient, you notice that the palm, fingers, and thumb remain blanched for more than 15 sec after pressure on the ulnar artery is released. What should you do?

• A) Use the brachial site for sampling.
• B) Sample from the contralateral radial artery.
• C) Use the femoral site for sampling.
• D) Perform the Allen test on the right hand.

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