Practice Question
A client receiving infliximab through intravenous infusion is reporting difficulty swallowing. Which immediate action would the nurse take?
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Correct Answer:
Shut off the intravenous infusion.
Rationale:
🟢 Difficulty swallowing during infliximab infusion is a sign of hypersensitivity or anaphylaxis.
🟢 The immediate action is to stop the infusion to prevent worsening of the reaction.
🟢 This is consistent with the “stop the source” first rule for IV adverse reactions.
🟢 Airway assessment and emergency support follow after stopping the causative agent.
🟢 Continuing the infusion could cause respiratory compromise or cardiac arrest.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Capstone Exam(s)
- Answer Choices: 4