What Is the Most Important Intervention for Extravasation of an IV

question 20

Multiple Choice

What is the most important intervention for extravasation of an IV chemotherapy drug?

• A) Ensure that the drug given is the exact drug and dosage ordered.
• B) Administer the chemotherapy through an 18-gauge IV catheter.
• C) Instruct the patient to keep his or her arm below heart level.
• D) Prevent extravasation from ever occurring.

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