177. A nurse is managing a patient with an arterial line for continuous blood pressure monitoring. The nurse observes significant bleeding from the arterial line insertion site. What is the immediate nursing action?
A.
Apply a warm compress
B.
Apply direct pressure to the site, notify physician, and assess for hematoma formation
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C.
Remove the arterial line without pressure
D.
Administer a diuretic
📖 Additional Information
Apply a warm compress
Apply direct pressure to the site, notify physician, and assess for hematoma formation
