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RE: [HAPS-L] blood gases

Radial artery #1 or brachial artery #2—however, there is more risk with the brachial artery so I believe the radial #1 is the safer choice clinically.

 

Paul

 

From: HAPS-L-owner@xxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:HAPS-L-owner@xxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Shaver, Marilyn L (Ashland)
Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2007 11:33 AM
To: HAPS-L@xxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [HAPS-L] blood gases

 

Could someone please tell me which artery is used for blood gas analysis??

 

Thanks, Marilyn S.