The Maximal Safe Dose of Epinephrine for the Cardiac Patient

question 40

Multiple Choice

The maximal safe dose of epinephrine for the cardiac patient is _____ mg.

• A) 0.02
• B) 0.04
• C) 0.2
• D) 0.4

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