The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Just Had

question 36

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client who just had an intravenous pyelogram (IVP) .The client suddenly develops severe urticaria,angioedema,dyspnea,and cyanosis.Which of these actions should the nurse take first?

• A)Administer epinephrine subcutaneously.
• B)Maintain the airway and administer oxygen via mask.
• C)Notify the health care provider for medication orders.
• D)Start an IV line of D5W.

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