The LPN enters a patient's room and notes a white precipitate forming in the IV tubing at the site where an antibiotic is piggybacked in. Which of the following actions is appropriate first?

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The appearance of a white precipitate in IV tubing can indicate a potential incompatibility or reaction between two medications. The first action should be to stop the infusion to prevent any further administration of the potentially harmful mixture. After stopping the infusion, the nurse can then evaluate the situation by consulting with the pharmacy or notifying the physician if necessary. Sending the tubing to the laboratory for analysis would not be a priority action in this scenario.

The LPN Enters a Patient's Room and Notes a White