The nurse assesses a patient receiving intravenous therapy and suspects fluid overload. Which of the following assessments should the nurse perform first?
A) Assess lung sounds for crackles.
B) Inspect the insertion site for infiltration.
C) Check the patient's weight.
D) Observe the patient's feet for edema.
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