When assessing a dialysis patient and his AV graft, which one of the following is of most concern?

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Red and hot skin at the graft site can indicate an infection or inflammation, which is a serious concern in dialysis patients with AV grafts. A palpable pulse and a strong radial pulse distal to the graft are expected findings and indicate proper blood flow. Feeling a vibration through the graft may indicate a bruit, which is a normal finding in a functioning graft.

When Assessing a Dialysis Patient and His AV Graft, Which