The nurse working in the client has what drug available when administering vaccines?
a. nitroglycerin c. epinephrine
b. hydralazine d. phenobarbital
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: This drug is not necessary for clients receiving vaccines.
B Incorrect: This drug is not necessary for clients receiving vaccines.
C Correct: Epinephrine is necessary, if the client experiences hypersensitivity to the vaccine.
D Incorrect: This drug is not necessary for clients receiving vaccines.
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