The Nurse Is Assigned to a Patient with a Newly

question 9

Multiple Choice

The nurse is assigned to a patient with a newly inserted central line. What actions should be taken to prevent the patient from developing an infection? Select all that apply.

• A)Performing line care
• B)Using aseptic technique
• C)Minimizing handling of the line
• D)Using normal saline to flush the line
• E)Ensuring an occlusive dressing is applied

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Definitions:

Urine

Liquid waste product made by the nephrons of the vertebrate kidney through the processes of glomerular filtration, tubular reabsorption, and tubular secretion.

Aldosterone

A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands that regulates salt and water balance in the body.

Adrenal Cortex

The outer region of the adrenal glands that produces steroid hormones including cortisol and aldosterone.

Glomerular Capsule

Cuplike structure that is the initial portion of a nephron.