The nurse administers a medication to the patient. Which symptoms indicate that the patient is having an allergic reaction rather than a side effect?
a. Hair loss and sweaty skin
b. Nausea and constipation
c. Heartburn and nasty taste in the mouth
d. Itchy rash and difficulty breathing
ANS: D
Itchy rash and difficulty breathing are indicative of an allergic reaction to a medication. The other symptoms are common side effects of medications.
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