When teaching a client who is receiving cytomegalovirus immune globulin, the nurse would alert the client to the possibility of which of the following ? Select all that apply
A) Urticaria
B) Angioedema
C) Constipation
D) Headache
E) Chills
Ans: A, B, D, E
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The most common adverse reactions to the administration of cytomegalovirus immune globulin (CytoGam) include urticaria, angioedema, erythema, malaise, nausea, diarrhea, headache, chills, and fever. Constipation is not a common adverse reaction.
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