The RN assigned a new nurse to a client who was receiving chemotherapy through an intravenous extension set attached to a Huber needle. Which information about disconnecting the Huber needle is most important for the RN to provide to the new nurse?
a. "Apply topical anesthetic cream to the area after discontinuing the system."
b. "Be aware of a rebound effect when discontinuing the system."
c. "Be sure to flush the system with saline after removing the Huber needle."
d. "Place pressure over the site to prevent bleeding."
B
Huber needles are used to access implanted ports placed under the skin. Because the dense septum holds tightly to the needle, a rebound can occur when it is pulled from the septum, often resulting in needle stick injury to the nurse. Topical anesthetic cream can be used when accessing the system. Flushing is carried out when the system is accessed and once monthly. Because the implanted port is not being removed, there is no need for a pressure dressing.
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