For a client with a Hickman or Broviac catheter, the nurse can perform which of the following using the catheter?
a. administer IV fluids c. instill intrathecal medications
b. administer blood and blood products. d. draw laboratory blood samples
ANS: A, B, D
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Correct a., b., and d. These are nursing actions with CVADs.
Incorrect c. Intrathecal medications are administered into the CNS by a health care provider.
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