While a Patient Is Receiving IV Doxorubicin Hydrochloride for the Treatment

While a patient is receiving IV doxorubicin hydrochloride for the treatment of cancer, the nurse observes swelling and pain at the IV site. The nurse should prioritize what action?

A) Stopping the administration of the drug immediately
B) Notifying the patients physician
C) Continuing the infusion but decreasing the rate
D) Applying a warm compress to the infusion site