While assessing the patient's intravenous (IV)catheter site,the nurse notes that the site is reddened and warm.The patient states that it is "sore." The nurse recognizes these as signs of ____________.

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The symptoms of redness, warmth, and soreness at the IV site are indicative of phlebitis, which is inflammation of the vein.

While Assessing the Patient's Intravenous (IV)catheter Site,the Nurse Notes That