Which is the highest priority of the nurse immediately after withdrawing the needle from the IV catheter after venipuncture?

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The nurse's highest priority after withdrawing the needle from the IV catheter after venipuncture is to engage the safety device and cover the needle.It is absolutely essential for this to be done in order to prevent needlestick injury.The nurse will check for blood return in the flashback chamber prior to withdrawing the needle.Stabilizing the catheter with the nondominant hand is less important than engaging the safety device.The catheter is aligned on top of the vein prior to venipuncture.

Which Is the Highest Priority of the Nurse Immediately After