Asked by Lqueitah Miller on Jun 14, 2024
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When assisting with bedside central venous catheter (CVC) placement,which nursing intervention is appropriate? Select all that apply.
A) Don sterile gloves and mask (and possibly gown) .
B) Scrub the insertion site with antibacterial soap for 1 min.
C) Verify that informed consent has been obtained.
D) Place the patient in low-Fowler's position.
Central Venous Catheter (CVC)
A tube inserted into a large vein, used to deliver medication, fluids, or obtain blood tests directly to or from the bloodstream.
Sterile Gloves
Gloves that have been treated to eliminate all forms of life, including bacteria, viruses, and spores, used to prevent contamination in medical procedures.
Low-Fowler's Position
A semi-upright sitting position where the head of the bed is raised to 15–30 degrees, often used to promote lung expansion and facilitate breathing.
- Implement optimal strategies in the management of vascular access devices to inhibit infection.
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Learning Objectives
- Implement optimal strategies in the management of vascular access devices to inhibit infection.
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