A patient is scheduled for an intravenous pyelogram (IVP). After the contrast material is injected, which of the following patient reactions should be reported immediately to the physician?
A)Salty taste
B)Feeling warm
C)Hives
D)Face flushing

Question

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A patient reaction that should be reported immediately to the physician is hives. This is a sign of anaphylaxis and should be reported immediately. The other reactions are considered normal and the patient or family should be informed that they may occur.

A Patient Is Scheduled for an Intravenous Pyelogram (IVP)