Pharmacology · practice question
A 55-year-old client in postanesthesia care is being evaluated for intravenous antibiotic therapy. Assessment data include the client develops urticaria and wheezing 10 minutes after IV antibiotic administration. Which finding requires the nurse to intervene immediately?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
A. The new finding that develops urticaria and wheezing 10 minutes after IV antibiotic administration.
Why
Follow-up items test whether the nurse recognizes cues that are new, acute, or inconsistent with stability and need prompt nursing action.
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