A nurse is caring for a client following a cardiac catheterization who has hives and urticaria following administration of IV contrast dye. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer?

B. Photophobia, or sensitivity to light, is a common symptom in clients with meningitis. It occurs due to irritation of the meninges and the optic nerve by the inflammatory process. Clients may avoid bright lights and prefer dimly lit environments to reduce discomfort.

A Bradycardia (slow heart rate) is not typically associated with meningitis. In fact, many clients with meningitis may present with tachycardia (fast heart rate) due to fever, dehydration, and systemic inflammation. Therefore, bradycardia is not an expected finding in meningitis.

C. Petechiae (small red or purple spots) on the chest can occur in bacterial meningitis, particularly in cases caused by Neisseria meningitidis. These petechiae are often seen in clusters and can indicate disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC), a serious complication associated with meningococcal infection. However, they are less specific

D. Headache is a hallmark symptom of meningitis, typically described as severe and persistent. It is often accompanied by other symptoms such as fever, neck stiffness (nuchal rigidity), photophobia, and altered mental status. Headache in meningitis is usually continuous rather than intermittent.

A Hyperthermia is a hallmark sign of thyroid storm due to the body's increased metabolic rate and inability to dissipate heat efficiently. High fever is a critical sign that should prompt immediate medical evaluation and treatment.

B. While fatigue and lethargy can occur in hyperthyroidism, they are not prominent features of thyroid storm. Individuals with thyroid storm typically exhibit agitation, restlessness, or even delirium due to the effects of excessive thyroid hormone on the central nervous system.

C. Bradycardia is not a feature of thyroid storm. Instead, individuals typically experience severe tachycardia, which can lead to palpitations, chest pain, and cardiovascular complications.

D. Thyroid storm is more commonly associated with hypertension rather than hypotension. Increased cardiac output and vascular resistance contribute to elevated blood pressure during thyroid storm.