The nurse provides a client admitted with gastroesophageal reflux a dose of intravenous pantoprazole (Protonix). Fifteen minutes later, the client calls for help and is gasping for breath

Emergency measures are instituted and the client is transferred to the intensive care unit. Which action should be included in the nurse's follow-up activities?

A. Notify the nursing supervisor that the client experienced a common side effect to the drug.
B. Identify the episode as an adverse reaction and ensure it is reported to the FDA.
C. Call the hospital administrator to report an act of medication fraud.
D. Contact the local news channel to arrange an investigation.


B

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