The nurse is planning to insert an IV catheter into a patient with severe upper extremity edema.Which actions should the nurse take to ensure the catheter is placed appropriately? (Select all that apply.)

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A.C.D.When needing to insert an IV catheter into an edematous limb,the nurse should use a catheter that is 2 inches in length; the nurse should use the multiple tourniquet technique,which employs 3 tourniquets,and press down on the tissue to displace the edema and visualize the patient's veins.B.Alcohol is not used to cleanse the insertion site.E.Sterile gloves are not needed to insert the catheter.

The Nurse Is Planning to Insert an IV Catheter into a Patient