A Nurse Suspects That the IV Line Infusing Vincristine (Oncovin)

question 29

Multiple Choice

A nurse suspects that the IV line infusing vincristine (Oncovin) has infiltrated. The nurse discontinued the line. Which other actions are indicated?

• A) Apply local ice packs.
• B) Inject hyaluronidase per protocol.
• C) Place a tourniquet on the client's arm above the IV site.
• D) Place warm compresses on the site.
• E) Administer prednisone per protocol.

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