Question # 35

Which action is appropriate when a peripheral intravenous catheter site develops a palpable cord with erythema extending more than 2.5 cm proximal to the insertion site?

Options:

A.

Continue the infusion and apply a warm compress

B.

Remove the catheter, select a new site if therapy is still required, and document the phlebitis grade

C.

Increase the infusion rate to complete therapy faster

D.

Leave the catheter in place and start empiric antibiotics

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