Following Insertion of a Central Venous Catheter,the Nurse Obtains a Stat

question 24

Multiple Choice

Following insertion of a central venous catheter,the nurse obtains a stat chest x-ray film to verify proper catheter placement.The radiologist reports to the nurse: "The tip of the catheter is located in the superior vena cava." What is the best interpretation of these results by the nurse?

• A) The catheter is not positioned correctly and should be removed.
• B) The catheter position increases the risk of ventricular dysrhythmias.
• C) The distal tip of the catheter is in the appropriate position.
• D) The physician should be called to advance the catheter into the pulmonary artery.

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