The nurse is caring for a patient with leukemia and is preparing to provide fluids through a vascular access (IV) device. Which nursing intervention is a priority in this procedure?

A) Review the procedure with the patient.
B) Position the patient comfortably.
C) Maintain surgical aseptic technique.
D) Gather available supplies.

Surgical Aseptic Technique

Procedures used in surgery to prevent contamination by microbes, including sterilization of instruments and the use of barriers like gloves and masks.

Vascular Access

The method by which medications, fluids, or nutrition are delivered into the bloodstream, often via a vein.

Leukemia

A cancer of the blood or bone marrow characterized by the abnormal production of blood cells, typically white cells.