A patient's tunneled CVC insertion site shows a small amount of clear serous drainage at the exit site that began 3 days after placement. Which assessment action is MOST appropriate?
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A
Culture the drainage and notify the physician of suspected infection
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B
Document as expected post-procedure healing and assess for signs of infection at each dressing change
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C
Remove the catheter immediately given drainage is abnormal
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D
Apply antimicrobial ointment without further assessment