A nurse is caring for a client who has an implanted venous access port. Which of the following should the nurse use to access the port?

A. A noncoring needle is specifically designed to access venous access ports without damaging the port, making it the appropriate choice. B. An angiocatheter is used for peripheral IV insertion, not for accessing an implanted port. C. A butterfly needle is used for short-term venous access, not for implanted ports. D. A 25-gauge needle is too small for accessing an implanted port and would not be effective.