During an intravenous drug administration,a small area around the needle site is growing and swelling.The patient states that the area is starting to burn slightly.In this situation,
A)extravasation has occurred.
B)the needle needs to be removed immediately.
C)a warm,moist compress needs to be applied.
D)all of the above are correct.

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During injection of a drug into a vein,observing the site closely for any signs of extravasation or infiltration is important.If extravasation occurs,then the first steps are to remove the needle,apply pressure to the injection site,and apply moist heat to relieve the discomfort.If the extravasation involves a corrosive drug,then immediate attention is needed to prevent tissue necrosis.When a corrosive drug infiltrates the tissue,a cold compress rather than heat should be applied to the site,and the physician and pharmacy must be notified.An antidote may exist for the particular drug.

During an Intravenous Drug Administration,a Small Area Around the Needle