What Should Be the Next Action by the Nurse,once the Over-The-Needle

question 5

Multiple Choice

What should be the next action by the nurse,once the over-the-needle catheter (ONC) has been inserted through the skin and into the vein?

• A) Loosen the stylet for removal
• B) Check for blood return in the flashback chamber
• C) Stabilize the catheter and release the tourniquet
• D) Advance the catheter until the hub rests at the insertion site