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    Ati Med Surg Proctored Exam

    A nurse is planning care for a client who requires insertion of a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) line. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. PICC lines are typically inserted into veins in the upper extremity (e.g., basilic or cephalic vein), not the lower extremities. B. A 10 mL syringe (or larger) is recommended to flush PICC lines to avoid excessive pressure that could damage the catheter; a 3 mL syringe generates too much pressure. C. Flushing the PICC line with 0.9% sodium chloride (normal saline) after medication administration is standard practice to maintain catheter patency and prevent clotting. D. Pneumothorax is a potential complication of central venous catheters inserted in the subclavian or jugular veins, not typically with PICC lines, as they are inserted peripherally.

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