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Average Score: 69%
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The nurse is removing a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC). The nurse should position the patient in which position?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Trendelenburg position (head down) is used when removing a PICC line to reduce the risk of air embolism by increasing venous pressure. FowlerÔÇÖs, right, or left side-lying positions do not provide this protection.