A client is receiving IV caspofungin (Cancidas) for a severe Candida infection. During an infusion of the dose, the nurse notes a reddened area along the vein tract, and the client complains of pain. What is the highest priority nursing intervention?
a. Stop the infusion.
b. Speed up the infusion.
c. Administer an analgesic during the infusion.
d. Elevate the infusion extremity above the heart.
ANS: A
Redness and pain along the vein tract may mean phlebitis. The IV infusion must be discontinued.
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