A patient receiving intravenous vancomycin develops flushing and itching of the face and upper body during the infusion. Which action is most appropriate?
Correct answer: B. Stop or slow the infusion and notify the prescriber
- A. Increase the infusion rate to complete the dose quickly
- B. Stop or slow the infusion and notify the prescriber
- C. Give the next dose by the intramuscular route
- D. Tell the patient that the reaction proves treatment failure
Explanation
Rapid intravenous vancomycin infusion can cause an infusion reaction with flushing and itching, often called vancomycin infusion reaction. Slowing or stopping the infusion and notifying the prescriber is safer than increasing the rate or changing the route independently.
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