When selecting a site on the hand or arm for insertion of an IV catheter, the nurse should:
A) Choose a proximal site.
B) Choose a distal site.
C) Have the patient hold his arm over his head.
D) Leave the tourniquet on for at least 5 minutes.
Ans: B
Feedback: When selecting a site for insertion of an IV catheter, the nurse should choose a distal site, not a proximal site. Selection of a distal site leaves the upper veins available for subsequent cannulations. Instruct the patient to hold his arm in a dependent position to increase blood flow. Never leave a tourniquet in place longer than 2 minutes.
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