A nurse is choosing an intravenous cannula for an older adult patient and will choose the smallest size that will deliver the appropriate fluid.What size cannula is the most appropriate choice?

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The smallest size cannula that will deliver the appropriate fluid is the 22 gauge. Smaller sizes cause less damage to veins and are less likely to cause phlebitis, which is a risk in older adults.

A Nurse Is Choosing an Intravenous Cannula for an Older