The sonographer or examiner should:
- Review data acquired during the radial artery mapping evaluation to ensure thata complete and comprehensive evaluation has been performed and documented.
- Explain and document any exceptions to the routine radial artery mapping protocol (i.e., study omissions orrevisions).
- Record all technical findings required to complete the final interpretation in the patient’s medical record.
- Document exam date, clinical indication(s), technologist performing the evaluation and exam summary in the patients’ medical record.
- Alert the medical director or other responsible physician when immediate attention is indicated, according to departmental protocol.