Situation: A phlebotomist is attempting to perform a standard venipuncture using the basilic vein in the patient's right arm. Signs that the patient's brachial artery has been accidentally accessed include all of the following except:
A) vascular dilation and a rapid drop in blood pressure.
B) appearance of dull red blood in the needle hub.
C) a vasovagal reaction with a rapid drop in blood pressure.
D) appearance of bright red blood that pulsates into the evacuated tube or syringe.
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