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Q: What complications are associated with an arterial puncture?
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What is a complication of arterial puncture even when proper technique is used?

Arteriospasm, bleeding, and hematoma are complications of arterial puncture even when proper technique is used. Also, numbness and pain may be experienced; patient's pain is reason enough to terminate the procedure.


What risks are associated with a hematocrit?

Other than potential bruising at the puncture site, and/or dizziness, there are no complications associated with this test


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The complications associated with drawing blood are minimal, but may include bleeding from the puncture site, feeling faint or lightheaded after the blood is drawn, or blood accumulating under the puncture site (hematoma).


How do you detect arterial puncture and if it happens what should you do?

I assume the 'puncture' is accidental. An arterial puncture is characterized by bright red blood (as opposed to darker venous blood). Arterial cuts bleed fast and forceful, often in time with the heartbeat. If that happens, get thee to an emergency room-quick!


What is the first choice for performing arterial puncture?

The Radial Artery


What is the cpt code 36600?

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Pressure must be applied to the site of an arterial puncture for at least?

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What risks are associated with hemoglobin tests?

Risks for this test are minimal, but may include slight bleeding from the blood-drawing site, fainting or feeling lightheaded after venipuncture, or hematoma (blood accumulating under the puncture site).


What risks are associated with peripheral vascular bypass surgery?

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