A patient is receiving an IV infusion of lactated Ringer's solution and 40 mEq of KCl at 100 mL/hr. When assessing the IV site, the nurse notes swelling, erythema, and warmth. There is a palpable cord along the vein, and the infusion is sluggish
The patient is complaining of pain at the site. The nurse would recognize these findings to be consistent with which of the following?
a. Infiltration
b. Extravasation
c. Hematoma
d. Phlebitis
ANS: D
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