A nurse is caring for a client with hyperlipidemia.
Which of the following are considered anti-lipemic medications? (Select All That Apply).

Choice A rationale

Anaphylaxis is a severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. Fluticasone is not used for treating anaphylaxis.

Choice B rationale

Insomnia is a sleep disorder. Fluticasone is not used for treating insomnia.

Choice C rationale

Motion sickness is a condition that occurs in response to certain kinds of movement. Fluticasone is not used for treating motion sickness.

Choice D rationale

Fluticasone (Flonase) is a corticosteroid used to reduce the effects of allergies, including sneezing, nasal itching, and runny nose. It works by reducing inflammation in the nasal passages.

Choice A rationale

Stopping the infusion immediately is crucial to prevent further exposure to the allergen causing the adverse reaction. This intervention halts the administration of gentamicin, which is likely causing the dyspnea, rash, and itchiness. Prompt discontinuation of the medication minimizes the severity of the allergic reaction and allows for further medical management.

Choice B rationale

Administering an IV fluid bolus to flush the medication is not the priority intervention in this case. While it might help to clear the medication from the bloodstream, it does not address the immediate need to stop the allergen exposure and manage the allergic reaction.

Choice C rationale

Encouraging the client to take deep breaths and remain calm is supportive, but it does not address the root cause of the allergic reaction, which is the administration of gentamicin. The immediate priority is to stop the infusion and then manage the symptoms.

Choice D rationale

Administering oxygen via nasal cannula may help alleviate respiratory distress, but it is not the priority intervention. The primary step is to stop the infusion to prevent further exposure to the allergen.