The Client Has MRSA and Receives Vancomycin (Vancocin) Intravenously (IV)

question 10

Multiple Choice

The client has MRSA and receives vancomycin (Vancocin) intravenously (IV) . The nurse assesses an upper body rash and decreased urine output. What is the nurse's priority action?

• A) Administer an antihistamine, and notify the physician.
• B) Obtain a sterile urine specimen, and notify the physician.
• C) Obtain a stat X -ray, and notify the physician.
• D) Hold the next dose of vancomycin (Vancocin), and notify the physician.

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