The nurse notes redness at the tip of an intravenous catheter and along the vein. Appropriate nursing interventions include: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Remove the cannula.
2. Tape the cannula securely.
3. Apply a warm compress to the site.
4. Check for bleeding.
5. Slow the IV rate.
1,3
Rationale: An appropriate nursing intervention at this time is to remove the cannula.
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