Approximately 30 minutes into the transfusion of this blood product,the patient becomes short of breath with wheezing,low BP,and hives.Which medication must be administered to the patient immediately?

A) 500 mL 0.9 NS IV fluid bolus
B) Epinephrine 0.4 mg IM
C) Diphenhydramine 50 mg IV
D) Methylprednisolone 40 mg IV

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Breiann Mozzicato · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  The patient is experiencing an anaphylactic reaction to the transfusion and requires epinephrine immediately to prevent the development of shock.Methylprednisolone,normal saline IV,and diphenhydramine may be given after epinephrine.

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