The Nurse Assesses the Patient's IV Insertion Site and Notes

question 15

Multiple Choice

The nurse assesses the patient's IV insertion site and notes that it is warm, red, and tender.Which intervention does the nurse implement first?

• A) Slow the infusion rate.
• B) Discontinue the IV infusion.
• C) Apply cool compresses.
• D) Apply warm compresses.

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