Which of the following is an accurate step when removing an arterial or femoral line?
A) Withdraw the catheter using a forceful steady motion, keeping the catheter parallel to the blood vessel during withdrawal.
B) Palpate for hematoma formation and, if hematoma forms, apply optimal pressure to the area to prevent further leakage of blood.
C) Immediately after withdrawing the catheter, apply pressure 6 inches above the site with a sterile 4 × 4 gauze pad.
D) Apply additional pressure to the dorsalis pedis site if the patient has coagulopathy or is receiving anticoagulants.
B
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A) "What a good idea. Go ahead. That will jump start your weight loss!" B) "Many people find that to be an ideal way to lose weight quickly and easily." C) "That will increase your metabolic rate and help you lose weight." D) "That will decrease your metabolic rate and make weight loss more difficult."