The respiratory therapist notes a developing hematoma after an arterial blood gas was drawn from the right radial artery. The immediate response is to
A. notify the charge nurse.
B. apply a pressure dressing.
C. apply pressure to the site.
D. perform a modified Allen's test.
Ans: C. apply pressure to the site.
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