A patient presents to the emergency department with edema of the glottis, bronchoconstriction, and a blood pressure of 82/38. Friends state that the reaction was a result of an insect sting. Which drug should the nurse prepare to administer?
a. Ephedrine
b. Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
c. Dopamine
d. Epinephrine (Adrenaline)
ANS: D
Epinephrine is the drug of choice for anaphylaxis.
Ephedrine is not a drug of choice in an anaphylaxis situation.
Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine and is indicated for minor allergic reactions, not evident in this patient, who is symptomatic of anaphylaxis.
Dopamine, which can be used to bring blood pressure up, would not reverse the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis.
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