A nurse is discussing intravenous amphotericin B treatment with a nursing student who is about to care for a patient with a systemic fungal infection. Which statement by the student indicates a need for further teaching?
A) "A test dose of amphotericin B may be given to assess the patient's reaction."
B) "If I see any precipitate in the IV solution, I should stop the infusion immediately."
C) "Infusions of amphotericin B should be administered over 1 to 2 hours."
D) "The IV site should be rotated frequently to reduce the risk of phlebitis."
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