When performing a venipuncture for intravenous drug administration,
A)the needle bevel is facing down as it pierces the skin surface and then turned 90 degrees.
B)disposable sterile gloves are unnecessary because it is a venous entry.
C)it is important to remember that older patients' veins tend to roll and are more fragile.
D)it is acceptable to reinsert the needle into the vein if it has exited both the vein and skin.

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It is important to stabilize the vein of choice.Stabilizing the vein prevents the vein from rolling under the pressure of the needle entering the vein.Geriatric patients' veins tend to roll and may be more fragile.Sterile glove are always used,and the bevel of the needle should always face up upon insertion.

When Performing a Venipuncture for Intravenous Drug Administration