Which action should the nurse take after discontinuing an intravenous infusion of vincristine (Oncovin) that has extravasated?
A. Apply local ice packs.
B. Inject hyaluronidase per protocol.
C. Place a tourniquet on the client's arm above the IV site.
D. Place warm compresses on the site.
E. Administer prednisone per protocol.
Ans:
B. Inject hyaluronidase per protocol.
D. Place warm compresses on the site.
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