Capillary refill can be assessed by applying pressure over a nail bed or a(n):
A) bony prominence.
B) eyelid.
C) mucous membrane.
D) femoral vein.

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Capillary refill can be assessed by pressing firmly over a nail bed or bony prominence such as the chin, forehead, or sternum until the skin blanches. Count the seconds it takes for color to return. Less than 2 seconds is a normal finding, and longer than 2 seconds indicates poor perfusion.

Capillary Refill Can Be Assessed by Applying Pressure Over a Nail