A patient receiving IV acyclovir complains of burning pain at the infusion site. The nurse observes swelling and pallor around the IV site. What is the priority action?
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A
Apply a warm compress and slow the infusion rate
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B
Stop the infusion and assess for extravasation
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C
Flush the line with normal saline and continue
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D
Elevate the extremity and document the finding