The Nurse Is Preparing to Insert a Peripheral Intravenous (IV)line

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing to insert a peripheral intravenous (IV) line.Which technique should the nurse implement to prepare for the IV insertion?

A) Slap the selected vein gently several times.
B) Select a proximal site on the extremity.
C) Shave the hair in the area of the insertion site.
D) Tie a tourniquet above the selected insertion site.