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Evaluation of the anatomy should be done in several positions. In some patients the internal jugular vein will completely lie anterior to the carotid artery, as in this example. Frequently, changing the angle of the patient's head, or using a more anterior approach with the ultrasound transducer (as compared to a lateral approach) can create a path for the needle with less risk of an arterial puncture.