When evaluating a patient with a central venous catheter,the nurse observes that the insertion site is red and tender to touch and the patient's temperature is 101.8° F. What should the nurse plan to do?

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The information indicates that the patient has a local and systemic infection caused by the catheter,and the catheter should be discontinued to avoid further complications such as endocarditis. Changing the flush system,continued monitoring,or using the line for fluids will not help prevent or treat the infection.

When Evaluating a Patient with a Central Venous Catheter,the Nurse