NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Medical Surgical Questions Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to insert a peripheral vascular access device. Place the following actions in the order in which they need to be performed, starting from first to last.
Apply sterile dressing over the intravenous site. |
Clean the selected area using an alcohol-based 2% chlorhexidine solution using friction for 30 seconds. |
Place the tourniquet 10 to 15 cm (4-6 inches) above the proposed site. |
Insert the intravenous catheter at a 15 to 30 degree angle. |
Advance the catheter until a flash of blood is seen, then advance the catheter into the vein while removing the needle. |
Palpate vein at intended insertion site by pressing downward. |
Release tourniquet temporarily. |
Correct Answer: C,F,G,B,D,E
Rationale: The correct order ensures proper vein selection, site preparation, catheter insertion, and securement while minimizing complications.
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