Signs and symptoms of vasopressor-induced extravasation include which of the following? 1. Hyperkalemia 2. Pain 3. Swelling 4. Depression of reflexes 5. Erythema

a. 2 and 5 only
b. 2, 3, and 5 only
c. 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5
d. 2, 3, and 4 only


ANS: B

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