Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 65%
Simulated
A nurse is preparing a client for outpatient surgery. After the nurse inserts the IV catheter,the client reports pain in the insertion area. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Rationale: Option D is correct because pain at the insertion site of an IV catheter may indicate improper placement or irritation. Removing the catheter and inserting it into a different site can alleviate the pain and prevent complications. Administering an analgesic orally (Option A) may not address the root cause of the pain. Requesting a central venous access device (Option B) is unnecessary and invasive. Administering a local anesthetic (Option C) may mask the pain temporarily but does not address the underlying issue.