A client receiving a unit of packed red blood cells develops…
A client receiving a unit of packed red blood cells develops hives, itching, and mild wheezing approximately 15 minutes into the transfusion, but remains afebrile with stable vital signs otherwise. The nurse recognizes this presentation is most consistent with which type of transfusion reaction, and what is the appropriate initial action, contrasted with the action for a febrile non-hemolytic reaction?
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A client taking amlodipine for hypertension reports new-onset swelling in both ankles/feet that has developed gradually over the past few weeks, without associated shortness of breath, weight gain, or jugular venous distension. Which clinical judgment by the nurse is most appropriate?
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A nurse is assessing a client who arrives to the emergency department with sudden swelling of the lips, tongue, and face, along with difficulty speaking and a sensation of throat tightness. The client denies any known food or environmental allergies. The nurse reviews the medication history and notes several chronic prescriptions. Which medication is the most likely cause of the client’s current condition?
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