NCLEX RN Exam Practice Practice Question
The nurse is preparing to start an I.V. infusion. Before inserting the needle into a vein, the nurse should apply a tourniquet to the client's arm to accomplish which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A tourniquet distends veins by restricting venous return, making them easier to access for I.V. insertion.
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