A nurse is assisting a healthcare provider with the placement of a central line in a client. Which action by the nurse is most important to reduce the client's risk of complications during the procedure?
Ensure that all equipment for the procedure is sterile.
Verify the catheter placement using imaging post-procedure.
Position the client in a Trendelenburg position to prevent air embolism.
Monitor the client’s vital signs closely during the procedure.
The correct answer focuses on maintaining sterility because central line placement is an invasive procedure with a high risk of infection if sterile technique is not followed. Strict adherence to sterile technique minimizes the risk of introducing pathogens into the bloodstream, which can lead to central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs). The second option is incorrect as it is important, but it pertains to preparing the patient for the procedure rather than directly reducing procedural complications. The third option is incorrect because monitoring vital signs is essential but does not specifically address risk reduction during the procedure. The fourth option is incorrect because ensuring appropriate catheter placement occurs after the line is inserted, not during.
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