Arterial Line sampling

Before collecting a blood gas sample, what should you confirm first?

• The time of the day

• The patient's identity

• The color of the blood

• The type of syringe to be used

How long should you wait before sampling if a recent change in ventilator setting has been made?

• 5 to 10 minutes

• 20 to 30 minutes

• 45 to 60 minutes

• Immediately

What should be checked to ensure it is functioning properly before sampling?

• The ventilator settings

• The blood gas analyzer

• The arterial line

• The patient's heartbeat

How much blood should be removed from the arterial line before collecting the sample?

• At least twice the dead space

• None

• A single drop

• At least three times the dead space

What is the next step after attaching the blood gas syringe to the sampling port?

• Mix the sample

• Expel air bubbles

• Collect the sample

• Label the syringe

What should be done to the syringe to ensure air bubbles are removed?

• Freeze momentarily

• Place in a centrifuge

• Gently tap

• Shake vigorously

After collecting the sample, what solution should be used to clear the arterial line of blood?

• Saline solution

• Heparin solution

• Flush solution

• Distilled water

What should be done immediately after labeling the syringe with patient ID?

• Wait for 10 minutes

• Check the sample for contamination

• Transport the sample to the blood gas analyzer

• Refrigerate the sample

What is the purpose of mixing the sample thoroughly?

• To cool it down

• To dissolve the heparin

• To change its color

• To increase its volume

Why is it important to always follow your hospital's procedures when sampling?

• To avoid using the blood gas analyzer

• To use fewer materials

• To make the process faster

• To ensure patient safety