Which is the nurse's priority when preparing to administer intravenous vesicant chemotherapy?
A. Notify the healthcare provider for a central line placement.
B. Wear gloves when drawing up the medication.
C. Understand the protocol for extravasation.
D. Place the client in reverse isolation prior to administering the vesicant.
Answer: C
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