The nurse caring for the client receiving continuous extravascular infusion should:
a. monitor the client's pain level. c. provide emotional support.
b. prevent catheter displacement. d. encourage early ambulation.
ANS: A, B, C
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Correct a., b., and c. are the appropriate nursing interventions.
Incorrect d. Ambulation may result in displacement of the catheter so activity should be limited, for the length of time the catheter is in place.
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