Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of a tourniquet when attempting to start an IV on a patient?
A) It will stop the flow of fluids so that there will be no waste of fluids during the insertion of the IV
B) It stops the flow of the blood through the patient's arteries so there will be no blood loss during insertion of the IV
C) It causes the veins of the arm to distend and become engorged with blood
D) It causes the patient to not feel any irritation or pain during the insertion of the IV
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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