During assessment, a client reports a reaction to a medication. What is the next nursing intervention?
a. Let the physician know that the client cannot receive the medication.
b. Ask the client the type of reaction experienced.
c. Reassure the client that the reaction will not occur again.
d. Note the comment in the client's chart and give the medication.
ANS: B
It is important for the nurse to know what type of reaction occurred in order to plan action.
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