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The nurse assumes care for a patient who is currently receiving a dose of intravenous vancomycin (Vancocin) infusing at 20 mg/min.
 
  The nurse notes red blotches on the patient's face, neck, and chest and assesses a blood pressure of 80/55 mm Hg. Which action will the nurse take?
  a. Request an order for IV epinephrine to treat anaphylactic shock.
  b. Slow the infusion to 10 mg/min and observe the patient closely.
  c. Stop the infusion and obtain an order for a BUN and serum creatinine.
  d. Suspect Stevens-Johnson syndrome and notify the provider immediately.
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Good timing, thanks!
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