NCLEX-RN (Registered Nurse) Practice Exam · Question
A patient is experiencing an anaphylactic reaction to a medication. What is the nurse's first action?
The first and most critical action is to stop the causative agent, which in this case is the medication infusion. This prevents further exposure and worsening o
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Question: A patient is experiencing an anaphylactic reaction to a medication. What is the nurse's first action?
Answer options:
- Administer diphenhydramine.
- Notify the physician. ✅ Stop the medication infusion immediately.
- Prepare to administer epinephrine.
Correct answer: Stop the medication infusion immediately.
Explanation: The first and most critical action is to stop the causative agent, which in this case is the medication infusion. This prevents further exposure and worsening of the reaction.
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