What Is the Nurse's Priority Action If Extravasation of an Antineoplastic

question 4

Multiple Choice

What is the nurse's priority action if extravasation of an antineoplastic drug occurs during intravenous (IV) administration?

• A) Reduce the infusion rate.
• B) Discontinue the IV, and apply warm compresses.
• C) Stop the infusion immediately, but leave the IV catheter in place.
• D) Change the infusion to normal saline, and inject the area with hydrocortisone.

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