The priority nursing intervention for a patient experiencing anaphylaxis is:

A Administer oral antihistamines

B Administer epinephrine intramuscularly, maintain airway, and prepare for possible intubation

C Apply cold compresses

D Elevate the head of bed

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Anaphylaxis: ABC priority. Epinephrine IM (anterolateral thigh) FIRST — 0.3-0.5mg (1:1000). Call code/rapid response. Maintain airway (intubation if needed). IV access, NS bolus. Diphenhydramine, corticosteroids after epi. Monitor for biphasic reaction 4-6h.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "The priority nursing intervention for a patient experiencing anaphylaxis is:" is Option B: Administer epinephrine intramuscularly, maintain airway, and prepare for possible intubation.

The other options — A) Administer oral antihistamines, C) Apply cold compresses, D) Elevate the head of bed — are incorrect for this NCLEX-RN Exam Prep question. As explained above: Anaphylaxis: ABC priority. Epinephrine IM (anterolateral thigh) FIRST — 0.3-0.5mg (1:1000). Call code/rapid response. Maintain airway (intubation if needed). IV access, NS bolus. Diphenhydramine, cor…

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The priority nursing intervention for a patient experiencing anaphylaxis is:

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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