Multiple Choice
When evaluating a patient with a central venous catheter,the nurse observes that the insertion site is red and tender to touch and the patient's temperature is 101.8° F. What should the nurse plan to do?
A) Discontinue the catheter and culture the tip.
B) Use the catheter only for fluid administration.
C) Change the flush system and monitor the site.
D) Check the site more frequently for any swelling.
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