Before Connecting IV Tubing to a Patient, Which of the Following

question 12

Multiple Choice

Before connecting IV tubing to a patient, which of the following must the nurse do? Select all that apply.

• A) Ensure that the correct type of tubing is selected.
• B) Inspect the tubing for defects.
• C) Prime the tubing to purge the air.
• D) Attach a piggyback set.
• E) Open any closed slide or roller clamps.

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Definitions:

Priming

A psychological phenomenon where exposure to one stimulus influences the response to a subsequent stimulus, without conscious guidance.

Storytelling Bias

The tendency to interpret and recall events in a narrative format, which may influence the accuracy and objectivity of the information remembered.

Listener

A person who gives their attention to auditory information or communication, often in the context of a conversation or presentation.

Storyteller

An individual who narrates stories, often using skill and creativity to convey messages, entertain, or preserve cultural traditions.