During an IVU, the Patient Develops Severe Urticaria

question 22

Multiple Choice

During an IVU, the patient develops severe urticaria.What should be the next action taken by the technologist?

• A)Call a code emergency.
• B)Comfort the patient; this is a common side effect.
• C)Give the patient diphenhydramine (Benadryl).
• D)Get medical assistance.

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Definitions:

Endocrine System

A network of glands throughout the body that produces hormones regulating important body functions.

Somatic Nervous System

A part of the peripheral nervous system that handles voluntary control of body movements via skeletal muscles.

Autonomic

Pertaining to the part of the nervous system that controls involuntary actions of the muscles and glands.

Somatic

Pertaining to the body, especially as distinct from the mind or spirit, often in context with sensory experiences or the voluntary nervous system.