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What is the priority nursing action when administering intravenous vancomycin?
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Check the client's blood pressure every 15 minutes.
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Correct answer Infuse the medication over at least 60 minutes to prevent red man syndrome.
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Mix the medication with a dextrose solution.
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Administer the medication over 30 minutes.
Rationale
Vancomycin should be infused slowly, over at least 60 minutes, to prevent red man syndrome, which is characterized by flushing and hypotension. Administering it too quickly can lead to this adverse reaction. The other options do not address the risk of red man syndrome.
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