The nurse is attempting to start an IV on an elderly client and is having difficulty finding a vein a suitable for venipuncture. What nursing strategy would be helpful?
a. Apply ice pack to client's arm.
b. Elevate client's arm for five minutes.
c. Hanging the client's hand over the edge of the bed.
d. Apply warm moist compress to client's arm.
D
If no vein can be seen for felt for venipuncture, the nurse may apply a warm, moist compress for 10-20 minutes, the area may be massaged toward the heart or the client may open and close the fist.
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