A Patient with a Severe Allergic Reaction Receives Epinephrine 1:10,000

question 27

Multiple Choice

A patient with a severe allergic reaction receives epinephrine 1:10,000 0.5 ml IV. The next action that the nurse should take is to

• A) start oxygen at 100% using a non-rebreather mask.
• B) administer diphenhydramine (Benadryl) IV.
• C) give a dose of cimetidine (Tagamet).
• D) prepare an infusion of dopamine (Intropin).

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Definitions:

Inventory Holding Gains

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U.S. GAAP

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IFRS

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Lower of Cost

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