A client who experienced a spinal cord injury 1 hour ago is brought to the emergency room. Which medication should the nurse prepare to administer to this client?
A. Intrathecal baclofen
B. Methylprednisolone
C. Atropine sulfate
D. Epinephrine
B
Methylprednisolone (Solu-Medrol) should be given within 8 hours of the injury. Clients given this therapy usually show improvement in motor and sensory function.
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