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What is the purpose of gently palpating the patient's vein before obtaining IV access?
What is the purpose of gently palpating the patient's vein before obtaining IV access?
Why is it important to cleanse the IV site using an alcohol prep?
Why is it important to cleanse the IV site using an alcohol prep?
What should be ensured before administering the IV catheter?
What should be ensured before administering the IV catheter?
At what angle should the needle be inserted for obtaining IV access?
At what angle should the needle be inserted for obtaining IV access?
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What does a 'flash' indicate during IV insertion?
What does a 'flash' indicate during IV insertion?
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Why is it important to hold pressure above the IV site after removing the needle?
Why is it important to hold pressure above the IV site after removing the needle?
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What should be done to prevent the IV from being pulled out when disconnecting it?
What should be done to prevent the IV from being pulled out when disconnecting it?
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What does a seal between the Hub and the applicator of the IV catheter indicate?
What does a seal between the Hub and the applicator of the IV catheter indicate?
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How can one visually locate a good vein for IV access?
How can one visually locate a good vein for IV access?
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What is used to secure the IV once it is in place?
What is used to secure the IV once it is in place?
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What does finding an area that feels kind of bouncy indicate when palpating for a vein?
What does finding an area that feels kind of bouncy indicate when palpating for a vein?
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What equipment should be gathered before obtaining vascular access?
What equipment should be gathered before obtaining vascular access?
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