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Hold firm pressure over the tip of the cannulated plastic catheter while the needle is withdrawn from the hub of the catheter. If applicable, push the button to retract the needle to its safe position and set it away. The needle needs to be disposed of in a sharps container as soon as the IV is secured.

Figure 8.3 Position of tourniquet proximal to target vein.

Figure 8.4 “Flash” of blood indicating that needle is within the vein’s lumen and catheter should be advanced over the needle.