To test a patient's capillary refill, the AEMT will:

A) apply gentle pressure to the radial pulse and watch color changes to the hand.
B) apply pressure and then release that pressure from the arm.
C) examine the inside lining of one or both eyelids.
D) firmly compress and then release pressure on the nail bed.


Answer: D

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