Asked by Arianna Perez on Jul 12, 2024
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An appropriate technique for the nurse to implement when obtaining an arterial blood gas (ABG) specimen is to:
A) insert the needle at a 45-degree angle.
B) use a 19-gauge,1-inch needle.
C) leave 0.5 mL of heparin in the syringe.
D) aspirate blood after the puncture.
Arterial Blood Gas
A test measuring the levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and acidity (pH) in arterial blood, used to assess lung function and gas exchange.
Heparin
An anticoagulant medication used to prevent and treat blood clots by thinning the blood, commonly used in medical settings.
19-Gauge Needle
A specific size of needle with a diameter used in medical settings, often for injections or drawing blood, considered medium in size.
- Identify proper techniques and considerations for obtaining arterial blood gas (ABG) specimens.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify proper techniques and considerations for obtaining arterial blood gas (ABG) specimens.
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