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While Assessing a Patient with a Central Venous Catheter in Place

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While assessing a patient with a central venous catheter in place in the left subclavian vein, the nurse notes the catheter insertion site is red and tender and the patient's temperature is 101.8° F. The nurse will plan to


A) change the flush system and monitor the site.
B) administer analgesics and antibiotics.
C) discontinue the catheter and culture the tip.
D) check the site frequently for any swelling.

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