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A Client's Venipuncture Site Is Swollen and Cool to Touch

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A client's venipuncture site is swollen and cool to touch. The nurse occludes the vein proximal to the intravenous site. The intravenous fluid continues to flow. Which of the following is the next action of the nurse?


A) Remove the intravenous device.
B) Elevate the extremity.
C) Apply compress.
D) Rub the infiltrated area.

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