A nurse is starting a peripheral IV catheter on a recently admitted client. What actions does the nurse perform before insertion of the line? Select all that apply.
A. Applies povidone-iodine to clean skin, dries for 2 minutes
B. Cleans the skin around the site
C. Prepares the skin with 70% alcohol or chlorhexidine
D. Shaves the hair around the area of insertion
E. Wears clean gloves and touches the site only with fingertips after applying antiseptics
Answer:
A. Applies povidone-iodine to clean skin, dries for 2 minutes
B. Cleans the skin around the site
C. Prepares the skin with 70% alcohol or chlorhexidine
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