A patient is having a contrast medium study and has several allergies.During the injection of the dye, the patient complains of having a brief, severe hot flash and slight chest pain.What nursing action is most indicated?
A) Ask the patient how he or she is feeling since the dye was injected.
B) Tell the patient that many patients feel the same way.
C) Assess the patient's vital signs while reassuring him or her.
D) Explain to the patient that this is a normal sensation for this test.

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Assessing the patient's vital signs is crucial to ensure their safety and to monitor for any adverse reactions, while also providing reassurance.

A Patient Is Having a Contrast Medium Study and Has