The Nurse Is Preparing to Flush a Patient's Intermittent IV

question 15

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing to flush a patient's intermittent IV catheter.Why is the nurse flushing this catheter?

• A) To open an occluded catheter
• B) To provide electrolyte replacement
• C) To prevent the formation of emboli
• D) To ensure the patency of the catheter

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