When the Nurse Assesses an Infiltration at a Peripheral IV

question 28

Short Answer

When the nurse assesses an infiltration at a peripheral IV site,the nurse should: (Place these options in the correct sequence.)
A) Elevate the arm.
B) Apply warm compresses to the area.
C) Restart the infusion.
D) Stop the infusion.
E) Notify the charge nurse.

• A) Elevate the arm.
• B) Apply warm compresses to the area.
• C) Restart the infusion.
• D) Stop the infusion.
• E) Notify the charge nurse.

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