Extravasation occurs when contrast medium is injected into or leaks into soft tissue.It can cause tissue damage because of the toxicity of the agent or through pressure (e.g.,compartment syndrome).Select all the appropriate corrective treatment actions.
A) Apply warm or cold compresses.
B) Apply anesthetic ointment or cream to affected area.
C) Alert the pharmacy immediately for a reversal neutralizing agent.
D) Consult a surgeon for fasciotomy if pulses are lost.
E) Attempt to withdraw the contrast agent back through the catheter.
F) Elevate the affected limb.

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Before the procedure,the patient should be instructed to report any burning,stinging,swelling,or tight feeling that occurs with the injection of the contrast agent.There should be a close follow-up for any extravasation,because the initial evaluation may not reveal the extent of the problem.Treatment includes limb elevation and warm or cold compresses as per the physician.It may take up to 2 weeks for tissue damage,discoloration,blistering,and sloughing to occur following extravasation.Compartment syndrome is often identifiable within 24 hours.Symptoms include coolness in the extremity and continuing swelling after the initial extravasation.Loss of pulses is a medical emergency,requiring a fasciotomy.

Extravasation Occurs When Contrast Medium Is Injected into or Leaks