Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 85%
Simulated
The nurse is planning a staff development conference about anaphylaxis. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
0.9% saline infusion (A) is critical in anaphylaxis to restore volume in shock. Epinephrine, not diphenhydramine (B), is the initial treatment. Clients carry epinephrine (not hydrocortisone, C) in auto-injectors. Reverse Trendelenburg (D) is incorrect; flat or leg-elevated positioning is preferred.