Practice Question
A patient is receiving a newly prescribed medication and develops an unexpected severe reaction that requires immediate medical attention. Which term would best describe this type of reaction?
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Correct Answer:
Adverse effect
Rationale:
✔️An adverse effect is an unexpected, severe, and potentially life-threatening reaction to a medication that occurs at normal therapeutic doses.
✔️It differs from predictable side effects, as adverse reactions are unintended, harmful, and require immediate medical attention.
✔️These effects can result from an allergic reaction, toxic buildup, or individual hypersensitivity to the drug.
✔️Nurses must report adverse reactions promptly, stop the medication, and ensure patient safety through emergency intervention and documentation.
✔️Recognizing adverse effects helps prevent further complications and ensures safe pharmacological management.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: HESI Exam(s)
- Domain: Hesi Adult Health
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