Question

A client presents to the emergency department for anaphylactic shock after a bee sting. The client received one dose of epinephrine 10 minutes prior to arrival to the emergency department. Immediately after triage, the client begins to complain of tongue swelling and becomes tachypneic. Which of the following is the priority nursing action?

Inject epinephrine 1:1,000.
Administer PRN diphenhydramine (Benadryl®).
Continue to monitor the client without intervention.
Apply 10 L oxygen via face mask.

Accepted Answer

Inject epinephrine 1:1,000.

Answer

Continue to monitor the client without intervention.

Answer

Administer PRN diphenhydramine (Benadryl®).

Answer

Apply 10 L oxygen via face mask.

Question 31 - Management of Care Practice Test for the NCLEX-RN Exam