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Extravasation Occurs When Contrast Medium Is Injected into or Leaks

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Extravasation occurs when contrast medium is injected into or leaks into soft tissue.It can cause tissue damage because of the toxicity of the agent or through pressure (e.g.,compartment syndrome) .Select all the appropriate corrective treatment actions.


A) Apply warm or cold compresses.
B) Apply anesthetic ointment or cream to affected area.
C) Alert the pharmacy immediately for a reversal neutralizing agent.
D) Consult a surgeon for fasciotomy if pulses are lost.
E) Attempt to withdraw the contrast agent back through the catheter.
F) Elevate the affected limb.

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