Arterial Blood Gases
Arterial Blood Gases
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Contraindications
Complications
Arterial puncture sites
Universal precautions
Equipment
Step 1: Allen test
Step 2: Palpate artery and clean
Step 3: Position and advance needle
Step 4: Apply pressure as the needle is removed
Step 5: Remove the needle
Step 6: Evacuate air from the syringe
Step 7: Tape the gauze in place
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Complications
The most common complication from an arterial puncture is hematoma at the site. Less common but important complications are thrombus in the artery and infection at the site.
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