You have just assisted a patient with his epinephrine auto-injector. The patient states that he has never taken epinephrine before. You would inform him of which one of the following?
A) "The epinephrine may make you drowsy, so just close your eyes."
B) "Be prepared to feel dizzy and nauseated. These are common when taking epinephrine."
C) "You may feel a little shaky, but that is normal and will pass."
D) "If you pass out, that is normal. I will just give you some oxygen if that happens."
C
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