When obtaining blood samples from a central line, what action must the nurse take?
a. Discard the first sample in the amount indicated by agency protocol.
b. Suggest that another venue be used.
c. Withdraw a greater amount of blood than required, with a peripheral stick.
d. Withdraw only the amount of blood required for the ordered tests, and document amount in nurse's notes according to agency policy.
A
The first blood sample drawn from a central line cannot be used for diagnostic testing. It must be discarded, with the volume discarded being the same as the dead space in the catheter.
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