You have attempted to cannulate a vein in a patient's hand; however, shortly after inserting the IV catheter, the vein infiltrates. You should:
A. search for a vein in the opposite extremity.
B. attempt to cannulate the distal part of the same vein.
C. reattempt to cannulate the same vein when the swelling subsides.
D. look for a vein that is proximal to the infiltrated vein.
Ans: D. look for a vein that is proximal to the infiltrated vein.
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