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A 12-year-old boy with a femur fracture after a motor vehicle collision undergoes operative repair. After induction of anesthesia, he develops a fever of 40degC (104degF), shaking rigors, and blood-tinged urine. Which of the following is the best treatment option?

AAlkalinization of the urine, administration of mannitol, and continuation with the procedure
BAdministration of dantrolene sodium and continuation with the procedure
CAdministration of dantrolene sodium and termination of the procedure
DAdministration of intravenous steroids and an antihistamine agent with continuation of the procedure
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