After the injection of an ionic iodinated contrast agent into a patient for a renal study,the patient complains of a warm feeling and is starting to itch.You notice the patient is developing urticaria.As you monitor the patient,you should
A)casually watch the patient and note any more symptoms because these are not unusual.
B)closely monitor the patient and look for worsening signs such as vomiting and bronchospasm.
C)inform the radiologist or physician of the patient's anaphylaxis.
D)do both b and c.

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Allergic reactions to water-soluble iodinated contrast media resemble allergic reactions to foreign substances.Reactions of typical allergic patients may be minor,such as urticaria (hives).Some patients,however,experience wheezing and edema in the throat and lungs,with accompanying bronchospasm.Other anaphylactoid effects of water-soluble iodinated contrast media are nausea and vomiting.These patient reactions can be typical but require close monitoring and communication with the radiologist.

After the Injection of an Ionic Iodinated Contrast Agent into a Patient