During the intravenous (IV) administration of a chemotherapeutic vesicant drug, the nurse observes that there is a lack of blood return from the IV catheter. What should the nurse do first?
A. Stop the administration of the drug.
B. Irrigate the catheter with normal saline.
C. Continue to administer the drug and assess for edema at the IV site.
D. Reposition the client's arm and continue with administration of the drug.

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GinnyAnswer · Answer

The nurse should first stop the administration of the vesicant drug due to lack of blood return from the IV catheter. This action is vital to prevent complications such as extravasation. After stopping, the nurse should assess the IV site for any issues and consider replacing the catheter if necessary.
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Anonymous · Answer

The nurse should first stop the administration of the vesicant drug due to lack of blood return from the IV catheter. This action is vital to prevent complications such as extravasation. After stopping, the nurse should assess the IV site for any issues and consider replacing the catheter if necessary. 
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