A nurse is preparing to start an intravenous infusion for a patient after a mastectomy. Which of the following accurately describes an assessment that should be made before starting the infusion?
A) The nurse should assess the arms and hands for a potential site, preferably one over a joint.
B) The nurse should assess the preferred site: at least 2 inches (5 cm) above the crease of the wrist.
C) The nurse should choose the patient's dominant arm, if possible.
D) The nurse should use the extremity on the same side as the mastectomy if possible to avoid immobilizing both extremities.
B
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