Author Question: A patient has accidentally removed his peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC). Which ... (Read 121 times)

jparksx · **on:** Jul 3, 2018

A patient has accidentally removed his peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC). Which of the following would be appropriate in the care of this patient?

A) Place an occlusive dressing over the insertion site to prevent air entry.
B) Apply a tourniquet just above the site to decrease air entry into the body.
C) Place a splint on the extremity and wrap site with a pressure dressing.
D) Apply a bulky dressing to the insertion site to control any bleeding.

Question 2

Forming a general impression is essential in the assessment of any patient because it:

A) indicates whether or not a primary assessment is required.
B) helps to determine the clinical status of a patient.
C) determines the stability or instability of a patient.
D) reveals the injuries the patient has suffered.