After the Injection of an Ionic Iodinated Contrast Agent into a Patient

question 17

Multiple Choice

After the injection of an ionic iodinated contrast agent into a patient for a renal study,the patient complains of a warm feeling and is starting to itch.You notice the patient is developing urticaria.As you monitor the patient,you should

• A) calmly talk to the patient to lessen their stress level,which is the likely cause of the symptoms casually watch the patient and note any more symptoms because these are not unusual.
• B) closely monitor the patient and look for worsening signs such as vomiting and bronchospasm.
• C) inform the radiologist or physician of the patient's anaphylaxis.
• D) closely monitor the patient and look for worsening signs such as vomiting and bronchospasm and inform the radiologist or physician of the patient's anaphylaxis.

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