2 – Discuss what symptoms are associated with anaphylactic shock and how the nurse differentiates these from other conditions or issues. What steps should be taken if the nurse suspects anaphylactic shock?
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Nurses in the clinical setting should have adequate knowledge to identify the signs and symptoms of anaphylactic shock. It will help in presenting the best response to the patient. If a nurse suspects that the client has anaphylaxis, there are immediate steps that must be undertaken. Firstly, the nurse should urgently alert the situation to the primary physician and stop any further medication administration. The next step is to analyze further the patient’s vital signs, including breath sounds and oximetry. After the assessment, the caregiver should prepare for emergency response, such as administering oxygen, albuterol inhalant, and IV fluids (Ellis and Day, 2013).
