Which information provided by the nurse is most important to include when teaching a patient about the use of an EpiPen?
a. "Hold the syringe at a 45-degree angle against the skin."
b. "Monitor the expiration date of this medication."
c. "After using the EpiPen, lie down for 1 hour."
d. "Place the syringe in a cartridge prior to using."
ANS: B
It is important to monitor the expiration date of this medication on a regular basis. The syringe is held perpendicular to the skin. The patient should go to the emergency department after use of an EpiPen. Placing the syringe into a cartridge is not accurate for use of an EpiPen.
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