BS Nursing Critical Care Nursing
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166. A patient is receiving a continuous infusion of norepinephrine. The nurse observes extravasation at the peripheral IV site (e.g., pallor, coolness, swelling). What is the immediate nursing action?

A. Continue the infusion
B. Stop the infusion immediately, aspirate residual drug, and administer phentolamine or terbutaline (antidote) locally if ordered
C. Increase the infusion rate
D. Apply warm compress

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  • Continue the infusion
  • Stop the infusion immediately, aspirate residual drug, and administer phentolamine or terbutaline (antidote) locally if ordered
  • Increase the infusion rate
  • Apply warm compress

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