[Verified Answer]: Which action would the nurse perform to…

Which action would the nurse perform to best ensure effective insertion of a venous access device into a patient’s arm? Anchor the vein by placing a thumb 1 to 2 inches below the site. Insert the device tip at a 45-degree angle distal to the proposed site. Place the patient’s left arm in a dependent position for 5 minutes before assessment. Apply a tourniquet to the left antecubital fossa 8 to 12 inches above the proposed site.