24. A nurse observes a medical student preparing to insert a central venous catheter. The nurse would know that the insertion technique was correct if, after cleansing the site:
24. A nurse observes a medical student preparing to insert a central venous catheter. The nurse would know that the insertion technique was correct if, after cleansing the site:
. The catheter was immediately inserted.
. Sterile gauze was used to dry the site.
. Insertion occurred after the site dried thoroughly.
. The catheter was inserted 2 minutes later.
Test-Taking Tip
Focus on the three options with time frames: "immediately" (Answer 1), "after" (Answer 3), and "later" (Answer 4). Review aseptic techniques and select "after."
Content Area: Adult Health, Cardiovascular; Integrated Process: Nursing Process, Evaluation; Cognitive Level: Application; Client Need/Subneed: Physiological Integrity/Reduction of Risk Potential/Therapeutic Procedures
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Answer 1 is incorrect because the antiseptic that will be used needs to air-dry before insertion. Answer 2 is incorrect because the antiseptic used to clean the site should air-dry. Answer 3 is correct because the site needs to air-dry totally before catheter insertion. Answer 4 is incorrect because the catheter should not be inserted until the antiseptic has air-dried totally, not within a specific time frame.