Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 1867 of 2368
A client develops wheezing, hypotension, and nausea 5 minutes after a transfusion starts. After stopping the transfusion and notifying the provider, which medication should the nurse anticipate?
- Furosemide
- Epinephrine
- Acetaminophen
- A broad-spectrum antimicrobial
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Correct answer: Epinephrine
Anaphylactic reactions are treated with epinephrine, antihistamines and corticosteroids as prescribed, while IV access is maintained.
Source: Nursing Advanced Skills (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Administer Blood Products: Transfusion Reactions. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026