What Must Be Done If a Patient on Vancomycin Exhibits

question 18

Multiple Choice

What must be done if a patient on vancomycin exhibits a flushing redness of the neck and upper body?

• A) Slow the IV drip rate.
• B) Increase the IV drip rate.
• C) Immediately discontinue, and administer antidote for overdose.
• D) Immediately discontinue, and change to another antibiotic.

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Definitions:

Adrenal Glands

Small glands located above the kidneys that produce hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, involved in stress response and metabolism.

Peritoneal Membrane

A thin, delicate membrane that lines the abdominal and pelvic cavities and covers most of the abdominal organs.

Pleural Membrane

A thin, double-layered structure that envelops the lungs and lines the chest cavity to facilitate lung movement during breathing.

Ureters

Tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder.