ATI RN
ATI Custom Pharmacology Exam 2 Questions
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A nurse is assessing a client who is taking oxacillin to treat an infection. The nurse should recognize which of the following findings is a manifestation of an allergic reaction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Pruritus. Pruritus, or itching, is a common manifestation of an allergic reaction to medications like oxacillin. Allergic reactions involve the body's immune system responding to a substance it perceives as harmful. Itching is a result of histamine release in response to the allergen. Fever (choice
A) is more indicative of an infection rather than an allergic reaction. Amber urine (choice
C) can be a sign of dehydration or liver issues, not specifically related to an allergic reaction. Diarrhea (choice
D) is more likely a side effect of the medication or an infection rather than an allergic reaction.
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