A nurse suspects that a client with a peripheral access device is experiencing a venous spasm. Which report by the client should prompt the nurse to suspect this condition?

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Sharp pain extending from the site of infusion is a common symptom of a venous spasm, which can occur when the peripheral access device irritates the vein. Redness, a cold feeling, and increased temperature at the infusion site may be signs of infection or inflammation, but are not specific to a venous spasm.

A Nurse Suspects That a Client with a Peripheral Access