During administration of amphotericin B (Fungizone) ,the patient may experience severe adverse effects,such as fever,chills,hypotension,tachycardia,malaise,nausea,and headache.Which of the following is the correct action for the nurse to take?
A) Discontinuing the infusion immediately
B) Reducing the infusion rate gradually until the adverse effects subside
C) Administering the medication by rapid intravenous (IV) infusion to reduce the potential adverse effects
D) Anticipating these effects and pretreating with an antipyretic,such as acetaminophen,an antihistamine,and an antiemetic drug
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