Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 1714 of 2368
The nurse is removing a peripheral IV catheter from a client who takes an anticoagulant. How long might the nurse need to hold pressure on the site?
- 15 seconds
- 30 seconds
- 1 minute
- 5 to 10 minutes
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Correct answer: 5 to 10 minutes
Clients on anticoagulants may need pressure held for 5 to 10 minutes after IV removal.
Source: Nursing Skills, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), IV Therapy Management: Steps. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026