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A Client Is Diagnosed with an Extravasation of a Intravenous

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A client is diagnosed with an extravasation of a intravenous medication. Which of the following should the nurse do to assist this client?


A) Remove the catheter and apply heat.
B) Place the extremity lower than the level of the heart.
C) Keep the catheter intact until an antidote is administered.
D) Apply ice over the site until the swelling subsides.

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