The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with an IV

question 6

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client with an IV line continuously infusing solution containing dextrose and water.The client complains of a burning pain along the course of the vein,and the nurse assesses the site to find redness,warmth,and mild swelling at the site.Based on these assessment findings,which term will the nurse use when documenting these findings?

• A)Phlebitis at the IV insertion site
• B)IV infiltrate
• C)Extravasated vesicant drug
• D)Extravasation

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