The nurse is caring for a client receiving Vancomycin. Which finding requires action before the medication is given?

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B. slow infusion reduces infusion-related flushing and hypotension — Vancomycin should be infused slowly to reduce infusion-related flushing and hypotension known as red man syndrome.

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A. mix the dose with blood products to avoid extra IV access

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C. push the medication IV over 5 minutes to maintain peak levels

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D. hold the dose whenever the client reports itching from dry skin