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Diagnosis and treatment ( 3 Questions)

Question 1 of 3 :

A nurse is caring for a client who has a history of allergic reactions to penicillin. The client is prescribed cefazolin for a wound infection. Which of the following actions should the nurse take before administering the medication?

A Ask the client about any previous reactions to cephalosporins.

B Administer an antihistamine to prevent an allergic reaction.

C Monitor the client's vital signs for 15 minutes after the injection.

D Dilute the medication in normal saline to reduce its concentration.

Practice Test

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