When administering a preparation of racemic epinephrine to a 1-year-old with croup, the nurse informs the family that the medication will:
a. Provide immediate relief
b. Peak in about 6 hours
c. Not be able to be repeated for 12 hours
d. Discolor the child's teeth temporarily
A
Racemic epinephrine is administered per inhalation. It has an immediate effect and peaks in 2 to 3 hours. The drug may be repeated in several hours. The drug does not discolor tooth enamel.
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