How long should you wait before drawing an ABG on a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patient whose FiO2 has just been changed?
a. 5 to 10 min
b. 10 to 15 min
c. 15 to 20 min
d. 20 to 30 min
ANS: D
Box 19-2 outlines the basic procedure for radial artery puncture of adults.
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A) Finding out about any changes in health status from the previous session B) Determining any changes in medications being taken C) Identifying any progress or regression related to the client's goals D) All of the above
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A) HHNK. B) DKA. C) DNK. D) TNK.
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What will be an ideal response?