A nurse cares for a client who is prescribed an intravenous prostacyclin agent.Which actions should the nurse take to ensure the client's safety while on this medication? (Select all that apply.)

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Intravenous prostacyclin agents should be administered in a central venous catheter with a dedicated intravenous line for this medication.Death has been reported when the drug delivery system is interrupted; therefore,a backup drug cassette should also be available.The nurse should use strict aseptic technique when using the drug delivery system.The nurse should teach the client that this medication decreases pulmonary pressures and increases lung blood flow.

A Nurse Cares for a Client Who Is Prescribed an Intravenous