Shortly After Providing a New Sleeping Pill to a Patient

question 5

Multiple Choice

Shortly after providing a new sleeping pill to a patient on the medical unit, the nurse answers the patient's call light. Which of the following findings would indicate to the nurse that the patient is experiencing an anaphylactic reaction to the medication?

• A) The patient's respiratory rate is 28 breaths/min and slightly labored.
• B) The patient complains of continued wakefulness and agitation.
• C) The patient states that she feels nauseated and has a headache.
• D) The patient reports feeling hot and her face appears flushed.

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