Dextran 40 (Gentran 40) has been prescribed for nonemergency infusion. The nurse should plan to take which actions?
A) Start the infusion no faster than 240 mg/min.
B) Monitor the patient's vital signs continuously during administration.
C) Monitor for signs of anaphylaxis.
D) Teach the patient to avoid use of any over-the-counter herbal products.
E) Discard any portion of the infusion that is not used.
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