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 25-gauge needle is too small and inappropriate for accessing a port. B. An angiocatheter is used for peripheral IV access, not for implanted ports. C. A butterfly needle is used for venipuncture, not for accessing ports. D. A noncoring needle (e.g., Huber needle) is specifically designed to access an implanted venous port without causing damage to the septum, preserving the integrity of the port.