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Oncology: rn could not access the infusion port in 20 minutes. i called for 2nd rn. port accessed. should i give first rn a second chance? would you?
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Yes: This is not uncommon and as the first RN may have been unable the first time around at least a second chance is warranted unless it causes undue pain during the process.
Answered 1/21/2015
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