You Have Just Assisted a Patient with His Epinephrine Auto-Injector

question 51

Multiple Choice

You have just assisted a patient with his epinephrine auto-injector. The patient states that he has never taken epinephrine before. You would inform him of which one of the following?

• A) "The epinephrine may make you drowsy, so just close your eyes."
• B) "Be prepared to feel dizzy and nauseated. These are common when taking epinephrine."
• C) "You may feel a little shaky, but that is normal and will pass."
• D) "If you pass out, that is normal. I will just give you some oxygen if that happens."

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