A Patient Has an IV Solution Running Via IV Pump

question 2

Multiple Choice

A patient has an IV solution running via IV pump.The nurse needs to administer an IV push medication that is not compatible with the primary solution.What action by the nurse is best?

• A) Discontinue the running IV solution.
• B) Flush the tubing before and after giving the medication.
• C) Start a new IV site on the opposite arm.
• D) Ask the provider for an alternative route.

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