After Preparing a Client's Skin for Insertion of an Intravenous

question 16

Multiple Choice

After preparing a client's skin for insertion of an intravenous catheter, the nurse accidentally touches the skin site with an uncovered finger. Which of the following should the nurse do?

• A) Cleanse the skin again.
• B) Apply clean gloves and continue.
• C) Locate another vein to access.
• D) Continue with the insertion of the catheter.

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