A nurse teaches a client who is prescribed a central vascular access device. Which statement should the nurse include in this client's teaching?
a. You will need to wear a sling on your arm while the device is in place.
b. There is no risk of infection because sterile technique will be used during insertion.
c. Ask all providers to vigorously clean the connections prior to accessing the device.
d. You will not be able to take a bath with this vascular access device.
Question 2
A nurse delegates care to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). Which statement should the nurse include when delegating hygiene for a client who has a vascular access device?
a. Provide a bed bath instead of letting the client take a shower.
b. Use sterile technique when changing the dressing.
c. Disconnect the intravenous fluid tubing prior to the client's bath.
d. Use a plastic bag to cover the extremity with the device.
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