142. A nurse is caring for a patient with a central venous catheter (CVC). What is the critical technical consideration for preventing air embolism during CVC removal?
A.
Remove rapidly
B.
Place patient in Trendelenburg position, instruct to bear down (Valsalva), and apply occlusive dressing immediately after removal
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C.
Remove without dressing
D.
Remove while patient is coughing
📖 Additional Information
Remove rapidly
Place patient in Trendelenburg position, instruct to bear down (Valsalva), and apply occlusive dressing immediately after removal
