The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving IV therapy at a rate of 10 mL/hour.The 500-mL IV bottle was hung at 0900 Monday morning when the IV catheter was initiated.It is now 0900 on Tuesday morning.What nursing action should be taken?

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The IV bottle has been hanging for 24 hours, and the client has received only 240 mL of fluid (10 mL/hour x 24 hours = 240 mL). The remaining fluid should be discarded to prevent the risk of bacterial growth and a new bag should be hung.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Is Receiving