A nurse is caring for a client with a peripheral vascular access device who is experiencing pain, redness, and swelling at the site. After removing the device, which action should the nurse take to relieve pain?
a. Administer topical lidocaine to the site.
b. Place warm compresses on the site.
c. Administer prescribed oral pain medication.
d. Massage the site with scented oils.
ANS: B
At the first sign of phlebitis, the catheter should be removed and warm compresses used to relieve pain. The other options are not appropriate for this type of pain.
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