What is an appropriate technique for the nurse to implement when changing the dressing at a peripheral IV site?
a. Wear sterile gloves to remove the old dressing.
b. Keep one finger over the IV catheter until the tape is replaced.
c. Cleanse with an antiseptic solution in a circular manner toward the site.
d. Tape the connection between the IV catheter port and the tubing.
B
Keep one finger over the catheter at all times until the tape or dressing secures placement. If the patient is restless or uncooperative, it is helpful to have another staff member assist with the procedure. Perform hand hygiene. Apply disposable gloves. Apply the final swab in a circular pattern, moving outward from the insertion site. Do not tape over the connection of the access tubing or port to the IV catheter.
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