An RT receives a doctor’s order to perform an ABG on a 71-ye…
An RT receives a doctor’s order to perform an ABG on a 71-year-old woman. Upon reviewing the patient’s chart, the RT notices that the patient has a low platelet . What should the RT do? 1. Perform ABG as normal.2. Refuse to perform the ABG.3. After ABG is performed, compress the puncture site for a longer time.4. Recommend that an ABG should be performed on the patient only when it is absolutely necessary.