A patient experiences facial angioedema after receiving a dose of a new antibacterial drug. Which assessment does the nurse perform first?
a. Airway adequacy
b. Peripheral lung sounds
c. Rate and depth of respirations
d. Symmetry of respiratory movement
A
Angioedema of the face includes the mouth and throat and can quickly lead to laryngeal edema. Edema in either place can obstruct the airway. Although assessing respirations is important, as-sess the airway first to determine patency.
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