A nurse is preparing a prescribed medication for a patient. The patient states, "I developed facial swelling after taking this medicine before." What is the priority nursing action?
Correct answer: B. Hold the drug and verify the allergy history
- A. Administer the drug with extra water
- B. Hold the drug and verify the allergy history
- C. Give the drug after checking the blood pressure
- D. Ask the patient to report swelling after the dose
Explanation
Facial swelling may indicate a serious hypersensitivity reaction, so the nurse should withhold the medication and clarify the allergy with the prescriber and record. Giving the dose could cause airway compromise, which takes priority over routine administration.
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