During the primary assessment of a responsive adult patient, where should the pulse be checked?
A) At the carotid artery B) At the femoral artery
C) At the radial artery D) At the brachial artery
C
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a. Costotransverse ligament b. Lateral costotransverse ligament c. Superior costotransverse ligament
A respiratory therapist is preparing a neonatal patient for a radial artery puncture. Before the puncture, she performs an Allen's Test on the patient. This is done to ensure which of the following?
A) adequate circulation in the radial artery B) appropriate oxygen levels in the blood supply C) no hematoma formation D) collateral circulation
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