During VA ECMO, Where Is the Arterial Cannula Typically Inserted

question 21

Multiple Choice

During VA ECMO, where is the arterial cannula typically inserted?

• A) Aorta
• B) Right atrium
• C) Pulmonary artery
• D) Radial artery

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