A Patient Is Having an Anaphylactic Reaction to an Intravenous

question 52

Multiple Choice

A patient is having an anaphylactic reaction to an intravenous (IV) antibacterial drug.Which action should you perform first?

• A) Discontinue the IV therapy immediately and place the patient in shock position.
• B) Hold the next dose and notify the prescriber immediately.
• C) Discontinue the IV therapy and restart it at a different site.
• D) Discontinue the drug and maintain the IV access.

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