What is the nursing assistant's responsibility concerning the IV of a postoperative patient?
A. Adjust the flow rate of the IV if it is going too fast.
B. Clamp the IV when turning or moving the patient.
C. Report pain, discoloration, or swelling at the site.
D. Changing the IV dressing if there is drainage.
Answer: C
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