A nurse is changing a peripheral venous access dressing for a client. Which of the following is a recommended step in this procedure?
A) Observe clean technique to minimize the possibility of contamination.
B) Cleanse site thoroughly with sterile saline, or according to facility policy.
C) Apply chlorhexidine using a back and forth friction scrub for at least 30 seconds.
D) Wipe or blot the site dry and allow to dry completely before covering.
Ans: C
The nurse should do the following: observe meticulous aseptic technique to minimize the possibility of contamination; cleanse site with an antiseptic solution, such as chlorhexidine, or according to facility policy; press applicator against the skin and apply chlorhexidine using a back and forth friction scrub for at least 30 seconds. The nurse should not wipe or blot, and should allow to dry completely before reapplying dressing.
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