Question

FILL IN THE BLANK. When performing the allen test, after applying pressure until the hand loses its pink tone, you should release pressure from the ___ artery

Answer 1

Radial

Step-by-step explanation:

The original Allen test is performed by asking the patient to elevate both arms above the head for thirty seconds in order to exsanguinate the hands. Next, the patient squeezes their hands into tight fists, and the examiner occludes the radial artery simultaneously on both hands.

Answer 2

radial

Step-by-step explanation:

The Allen test is a first-line standard test used to assess the arterial blood supply of the hand. This test is performed whenever intravascular access to the radial artery is planned or for selecting patients for radial artery harvesting, such as for coronary artery bypass grafting or for forearm flap elevation.