The Patient Complains of Tenderness at the IV Site in His

Multiple Choice

The patient complains of tenderness at the IV site in his lower arm.The practitioner notes swelling and redness at the IV site.The site feels very warm but the IV is still running.What is the most likely cause of these findings?

A) Infiltration of the IV
B) A thrombus in the vessel
C) Cellulitis of the tissues
D) An air embolism has developed