Step 7: Tape the gauze in place

Arterial Blood Gases

Arterial Blood Gases

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Arterial puncture sites

Universal precautions

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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Step 7: Tape the gauze in place

Tape the gauze in place to ensure continuous pressure is applied to the artery.

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