Practice Question
A nurse is preparing to insert an IV catheter for a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Choose a vein that is palpable and straight.
Rationale:
🌻 Selecting a palpable, straight vein improves insertion accuracy and reduces complications such as infiltration or phlebitis.
🌻 Avoiding veins in flexion areas or curved veins minimizes the risk of vein trauma or catheter dislodgement.
🌻 The nondominant arm is preferred for IV placement to maintain client mobility and comfort.
🌻 The client's arm should be lowered, not elevated, to promote venous filling before cannulation.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI EXIT Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor Exam(s)~2023
- Answer Choices: 4
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