A Coworker Who Has Just Completed an Aseptic Client Procedure

A coworker who has just completed an aseptic client procedure is now flushed and wheezing and complains of chest tightness and shortness of breath.Vital signs are heart rate 76,respiratory rate 24,and blood pressure 86/67.The nurse should suspect the coworker is experiencing which of the following?

A) anaphylactic shock
B) hypersensitivity to the antiseptic used in the procedure
C) hypoglycemic shock
D) latex allergy

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