As the nurse attempts venipuncture in the patient's right hand, the vein rolls. To stabilize the vein, the nurse will
1. Carefully apply enough pressure with the index and middle fingers to trap the rolling vein.
2. Use the index finger and thumb of the nondominant hand to anchor the vein above and below the intended venipuncture site.
3. Use a winged-infusion set with a syringe rather than a Vacutainer.
4. Apply heat for several minutes to enhance the visibility of the vein.
Question 2
A nurse understands that a preoperative checklist is used to
1. Confirm that all preoperative tasks have been completed.
2. Provide instructions for the surgical assistant.
3. Provide documentation.
4. Both 1 and 3
The nurse cares for the postop client in the postanesthesia care unit (PACU).
Inflammation. Inflammation is characterized by the presence of swelling, redness, heat, and pain. Sw
Preparing a Manual Patient Ledger.
A patient’s cognitive ability depends on his or her psychologic status, which is influenced by ...
Gingival enlargement in a patient taking phenytoin.
Apply deep circular effleurage to the buttocks muscles as a warming technique. Place one hand on top ...