[Expert Solution]: A nurse is caring for a patient who is…

A nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving pain medication through a saline lock. After flushing the patient’s peripheral IV and obtaining a good blood return, the patient reports pain. Upon assessment, the nurse notices a red streak that is warm and tender to the touch. What is the nurse’s initial action? Question 15Answer a. Apply a warm compress to the site. b. Apply a cool compress to the site. c. Do not administer the pain medication; discontinue the IV. d. Administer the pain medication slowly