Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 79%
Simulated
The nurse cares for a client with a double-lumen peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC). Which of the following actions would be appropriate for the nurse to take?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Aspirating for blood return and flushing ensures PICC patency. Private rooms, daily dressing changes, and heparin flushing are not standard unless specified.