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A nurse is caring for a client who has a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) line in her left forearm. The client is receiving an antibiotic via intermittent IV bolus every 12 hr. Which of the following actions should the nurse take in managing the client's PICC line?

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Answer: D - Flush the catheter with a 0.9% sodium chloride solution after each use.


Rationale: Flushing the catheter with 0.9% sodium chloride solution after each use helps prevent clot formation, maintains patency, and ensures proper functioning of the PICC line. This action also helps prevent infection and occlusions.

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A: Accessing the catheter using a non-coring needle is not necessary for routine care of a PICC line.
B: Changing the transparent membrane dressing daily may increase the risk of infection and disrupt the integrity of the dressing.
C: Maintaining a continuous IV infusion through the PICC line is not indicated for a client receiving intermittent IV bolus antibiotics.
E, F, G: No additional choices provided.

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