NCLEX RN Practice Question

What is the most critical step to perform before inserting a peripheral IV line into a client?

  • Wrap the site with a warm compress to help dilate the veins.

  • Place a tourniquet above the insertion site to identify an accessible vein.

  • Select an appropriate catheter size based on the client’s age and vein size.

  • Assess for signs of infection or injury at the selected insertion site.

NCLEX RN
Physiological Integrity
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