A Nurse Is Selecting a Site to Insert an Intravenous

question 28

Multiple Choice

A nurse is selecting a site to insert an intravenous (IV) catheter on an adult. Which actions will the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Check for contraindications to the extremity.
• B) Start proximally and move distally on the arm.
• C) Choose a vein with minimal curvature.
• D) Choose the patient's dominant arm.
• E) Select a vein that is rigid.
• F) Avoid areas of flexion.

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