The Thumb Should Not Be Used to Palpate an Artery

question 40

Multiple Choice

The thumb should not be used to palpate an artery for arterial punctures, because it:

• A) is too large.
• B) lacks nerve endings.
• C) contains a pulse.
• D) cannot be adequately disinfected.

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