The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Has a Temporary

question 3

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient who has a temporary percutaneous dialysis catheter in place.In caring for this patient,the nurse should

• A) apply a sterile gauze dressing to maintain sterility.
• B) replace the transparent dressing every 10 days to prevent manipulation.
• C) assess the catheter site for redness and/or swelling.
• D) use the catheter for drawing blood samples to reduce patient discomfort.

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