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Which is a positioning consideration that must be ensured when assisting a physician in placing a subclavian or jugular vein catheter?
 
  a. Turn the patient's head toward the insertion site.
  b. Flex the patient's head toward the chest.
  c. Elevate the scapular area.
  d. Place the patient's head in a 0 degree Trendelenburg's position.
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ANS: C
To reduce the potential for air embolism, place the patient in a 25- to 30-degree Trendelenburg's position, elevate the scapular area with padding or a rolled towel, and turn the head away from the insertion site.
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