Which of the following is an intravenous drug that is known to be very irritating and can cause blisters if it accidentally goes into the subcutaneous tissue?

A) implantable port
B) vesicant
C) gastrostomy
D) parenteral


Answer: B

A) This is a device, not an intravenous drug.
C) This is a route of administration, not an intravenous drug.
D) This is a route of administration, not an intravenous drug.

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