Epinephrine is frequently injected to combat anaphylactic shock, but must be administered:
A) after 8 hours
B) after 24 hours
C) within the intensive care unit only
D) soon after shock begins
D) soon after shock begins
Epinephrine is frequently injected to combat anaphylactic shock, but must be administered soon after shock begins. Epinephrine is also known as adrenaline. Patients who are predisposed to allergic reactions should wear an alerting bracelet or necklace such as Medic Alert®.
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