Question

A patient is being prepared for a femoral-popliteal bypass. The patient inquires about the procedure and which vessel would be used to bypass the femoral artery blockage. Which response by the nurse is *most* appropriate?

Accepted Answer

“The saphenous vein is generally used to bypass the blockage.”

Answer

“The brachial artery is generally used to bypass the blockage.”

Answer

“The saphenous artery is generally used to bypass the blockage.”

Answer

“The mammary vein is generally used to bypass the blockage.”

Question 24 - Cardiovascular Practice Test for the CCRN