What Should the Nurse Do Upon Noting Bleeding Around a Dressing

question 21

Multiple Choice

What should the nurse do upon noting bleeding around a dressing at an intravenous (IV) catheter insertion site?

• A)Discontinue the IV.
• B)Assess the insertion site.
• C)Leave the dressing intact,but reinforce it.
• D)Elevate and apply warm compresses to the extremity.

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