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The nurse is preparing to insert a peripheral intravenous (IV) catheter for a client. Which action best reflects the principle of surgical asepsis?
Cleaning the insertion site with an antiseptic using a specific technique from inner to outer creates a sterile field on the skin, which is a key principle of s
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Question: The nurse is preparing to insert a peripheral intravenous (IV) catheter for a client. Which action best reflects the principle of surgical asepsis?
Answer options: ✅ Cleaning the insertion site with an antiseptic solution using a circular motion from inner to outer.
- Wearing clean gloves during the entire procedure.
- Performing hand hygiene thoroughly before gathering supplies.
- Ensuring the IV insertion site is visible and well-lit.
Correct answer: Cleaning the insertion site with an antiseptic solution using a circular motion from inner to outer.
Explanation: Cleaning the insertion site with an antiseptic using a specific technique from inner to outer creates a sterile field on the skin, which is a key principle of surgical asepsis to prevent pathogen introduction during invasive procedures. Wearing clean gloves is standard precautions, and hand hygiene is medical asepsis.
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