Which Patient Would a Nurse Anticipate Would Be a Candidate

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which patient would a nurse anticipate would be a candidate for a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) ?

• A)An older adult who is having cataracts removed
• B)A perinatal patient who is having prolonged labor
• C)A neonate requiring blood therapy
• D)An adolescent who is having surgery for reduction of a fracture

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