A nurse is providing an in-service about medications that are first-generation antihistamines.
Which of the following medications should the nurse include in her in-service?

Choice A rationale

Malignant tumors do spread into or invade nearby tissues. This invasive nature allows cancer cells to spread to other parts of the body through the blood or lymph systems.

Choice B rationale

Benign tumors do not spread into or invade nearby tissues. They may grow larger but do not spread to other parts of the body. Benign tumors can be serious if they press on vital structures such as blood vessels or nerves.

Choice C rationale

Benign tumors do not spread and invade nearby tissues. This statement is incorrect and contradicts the true nature of benign tumors.

Choice D rationale

There is a difference between benign and malignant tumors. Malignant tumors are cancerous and invade nearby tissues, whereas benign tumors do not.

Choice A rationale

Stopping the infusion immediately is crucial to prevent further exposure to the allergen causing the adverse reaction. This intervention halts the administration of gentamicin, which is likely causing the dyspnea, rash, and itchiness. Prompt discontinuation of the medication minimizes the severity of the allergic reaction and allows for further medical management.

Choice B rationale

Administering an IV fluid bolus to flush the medication is not the priority intervention in this case. While it might help to clear the medication from the bloodstream, it does not address the immediate need to stop the allergen exposure and manage the allergic reaction.

Choice C rationale

Encouraging the client to take deep breaths and remain calm is supportive, but it does not address the root cause of the allergic reaction, which is the administration of gentamicin. The immediate priority is to stop the infusion and then manage the symptoms.

Choice D rationale

Administering oxygen via nasal cannula may help alleviate respiratory distress, but it is not the priority intervention. The primary step is to stop the infusion to prevent further exposure to the allergen.