When reassessing a patient whom you are treating for an anaphylactic reaction, which of these findings would be of the greatest concern?
A) Respiratory rate change from 28 to 10 breaths/min with increasing patient lethargy
B) Red, warm, and dry skin, with the patient becoming increasingly agitated
C) Pulse oximetry reading of 95% via high-concentration oxygen
D) New hives appearing on the chest that were not there upon your arrival
A) Respiratory rate change from 28 to 10 breaths/min with increasing patient lethargy
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