Peripherally inserted central catheter line

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The charge nurse is evaluating a new nurse during the access and obtainment of a blood specimen from a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) line. Which action should concern the charge nurse? The nurse documents the results in the electronic health record immediately following the procedure. The nurse obtains 5-mL syringes to flush the PICC line after the specimen is obtained. The nurse verifies the orders and prepares the labels for laboratory transport before the procedure. The nurse obtains heparin flush to use after obtaining the blood specimen.

Reference no: EM133713483

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