A client suffered an episode of anaphylaxis and has been stabilized in the intensive care unit. When assessing the client's lungs, the nurse hears the following sounds. What medication does the nurse prepare to administer?
(Click the media button to hear the audio clip.)
a.
Albuterol (Proventil) via nebulizer
b.
Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) IM
c.
Epinephrine 1:10,000 5 mg IV push
d.
Methylprednisolone (Solu-Medrol) IV push
ANS: A
The nurse has auscultated wheezing in the client's lungs and prepares to administer albuterol, which is a bronchodilator, or assists respiratory therapy with administration. Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine. Epinephrine is given during an acute crisis in a concentration of 1:1000. Methylprednisolone is a corticosteroid.
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