As a pediatric nurse, which of the following methods results in the most reliable measurement of capillary refill time?
A) Hold the fingertip above the patient's head and hold pressure until the pad of the finger turns white
B) Hold moderate pressure on the fingertip for 5 seconds with an ambient temperature of 68ºF to 77ºF
C) Hold moderate pressure on the sternum for 5 seconds with an ambient temperature of 68ºF to 77ºF
D) Hold moderate pressure on the sole of the foot for 5 seconds with an ambient temperature of 68ºF to 77ºF
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