While a patient is receiving IV doxorubicin hydrochloride, the nurse observes that there is swelling and pain at the IV site. The nurse should:
A) Stop the administration of the drug immediately.
B) Notify the patient's health care provider.
C) Continue to administer but decrease the rate of infusion.
D) Apply a warm compress to the site.
A
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