medium · NCLEX-RN Reduction of Risk Potential

A client is scheduled for a CVC removal. To prevent venous air embolism, the RN should instruct the client to perform which action during the withdrawal of the catheter?

  1. Lie on the right side to prevent cardiac pressure, for this client.
  2. Cough vigorously to clear the airway during the pull.
  3. Perform a Valsalva maneuver (bear down) during the final pull
  4. Take deep, rapid breaths to maximize oxygenation

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