After selecting an appropriate fluid, which action should the nurse take to correctly flush a PRN lock?

a. Flush forcefully to clear the lumen.
b. Use slow, gentle pressure to clear the lu-men.
c. Flush hard enough to clear resistance.
d. Aspirate for blood return prior to flushing.


B
The standard of care utilizes slow, gentle pressure. The nurse should stop the flush if resistance is met. Resistance may indicate a clot and force would break the clot loose. Aspiration is not ne-cessary.

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