When is capillary blood gas sampling indicated?
a. There is a need for direct analysis of blood oxygenation.
b. Normal noninvasive monitor readings need to be checked.
c. ABG analysis is needed, but arterial ac-cess is not available.
d. Continuous data on patient ventilation status are needed.
ANS: C
To guide practitioners in providing quality care, the AARC has published Clinical Practice Guideline: Capillary Blood Gas Sampling for Neonatal and Pediatric Patients. Modified excerpts from the AARC guideline appear on p. 379.
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