The intravenous line of a patient receiving a vesicant chemotherapy agent has disconnected and is lying on the floor.The medication is dripping all over the floor.Which action should the nurse take first?
A) Reconnect the IV tubing immediately.
B) Wipe it up as quickly as possible with disposable cloths.
C) No special precautions are needed for vesicant drug cleanups.
D) Use gloves and a protective gown to clean the spill according to agency policy.
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