You return to a patient's room 20 min after drawing an ABG. Which of the following should you check at this time?
1) Puncture site for hematoma
2) Adequacy of distal circulation
3) Prothrombin or partial thromboplastin times
A)1 and 2 only
B)1 and 3 only
C)2 and 3 only
D)1, 2, and 3

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Checking the puncture site for hematoma is important to ensure that the patient is not experiencing any bleeding or swelling that could lead to complications such as infection or occlusion of the vessel. Adequacy of distal circulation should also be assessed to ensure proper blood flow to the extremity. However, checking prothrombin or partial thromboplastin times at this time is not necessary or relevant to the immediate care of the patient.

You Return to a Patient's Room 20 Min After Drawing