The LPN enters a patient's room and notes a white precipitate forming in the IV tubing at the site where an antibiotic is piggybacked in. Which of the following actions is appropriate first?
a. Call the pharmacy to see whether this is an expected reaction.
b. When the infusion is complete, remove the tubing, and send it to the laboratory for analysis.
c. Stop the infusion.
d. Notify the physician.
ANS: C
Solids should never be infused—they could cause an embolism. The infusion should be stopped immediately to prevent this from happening. After the IV is stopped, the pharmacy and physician should be notified. Tubing may be sent for analysis according to agency policy.
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