Which nursing actions are appropriate when conducting an Allen test? Select all that apply.
A) Rest the patient's arm on the mattress.
B) Support the patient's wrist with a rolled towel.
C) Tell the patient to relax the hand and then clench a fist.
D) Ensure that a second nurse is available to assist with the procedure.
E) Press the patient's radial and ulnar arteries using the index and middle fingers.
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