Question

A 28-year-old client admitted to the post-surgical unit is receiving vancomycin for a surgical site infection. The client has never received vancomycin before. A few minutes after the medication began, the client calls out to the nurse saying his throat is scratchy and he feels itchy. Which intervention should the nurse perform next?

Reassure the client that this is a normal side effect.
Stop the infusion.
Administer PRN diphenhydramine.
Notify the healthcare provider.

Accepted Answer

Stop the infusion.

Answer

Notify the healthcare provider.

Answer

Reassure the client that this is a normal side effect.

Answer

Administer PRN diphenhydramine.

Question 28 - Management of Care Practice Test for the NCLEX-RN Exam