The nurse is performing the Allen test on a client who has a diagnosis of peripheral vascular disease. What action should the nurse take after a positive Allen test? a. Document the absence of dorsalis pedis or posterior tibial pulses. b. Document the lack of patency in the ulnar and/or radial arteries. c. Attempt to palpate the popliteal pulse with the client's leg in a dependent position. d. Corroborate the finding by assessing capillary refill in the client's great toes.
