A Slight Hematoma Has Developed on the Patient's Left Forearm

Multiple Choice

A slight hematoma has developed on the patient's left forearm.The nurse labels the problem as an infiltrated intravenous (IV) line.The nurse elevates the forearm.The patient states,"My arm feels better." When using the DAR notes of focus charting,the nurse would document the "R" as which of the following?

A) "My arm feels better."
B) "Slight hematoma on left forearm."
C) "Infiltrated IV line."
D) "Elevation of left forearm."