The Provider Writes an Order to Discontinue a Patient's Left

question 4

Multiple Choice

The provider writes an order to discontinue a patient's left radial arterial line.When discontinuing the patient's invasive line,what is the priority nursing action?

• A) Apply an air occlusion dressing to insertion site.
• B) Apply pressure to the insertion site for 5 minutes.
• C) Elevate the affected limb on pillows for 24 hours.
• D) Keep the patient's wrist in a neutral position.

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