Question

a nurse is preparing to remove a client’s peripheral iv catheter. after performing hand hygiene and applying clean gloves, which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

• clamp the infusion tubing
• remove the dressing
• withdraw the catheter from the vein
• ensure the catheter is intact

Explanation:

To remove a peripheral IV catheter, the first step after hand hygiene and applying gloves is to stop the infusion by clamping the tubing. This prevents fluid from continuing to infuse or spilling. Removing the dressing, withdrawing the catheter, or checking integrity come after clamping the tubing.

Answer:

A. Clamp the infusion tubing