A patient is receiving a vesicant chemotherapy agent. The nurse notes that the patient's IV line has disconnected and is lying on the floor; the medication is dripping all over the floor. Which of the following actions is appropriate?

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Vesicant chemotherapy agents are irritating and can cause tissue damage if they leak out of the IV line. Therefore, the nurse should use gloves and a protective gown to clean up the spill according to agency policy to protect themselves and others from exposure to the medication. Reconnecting the IV tubing or wiping up the spill with disposable cloths can increase the risk of exposure to the vesicant agent.

A Patient Is Receiving a Vesicant Chemotherapy Agent