Practice Question
The nurse is educating a patient concerning use of an Epi-pen for a severe allergic reaction to peanuts.Which of the following statements, made by the patient, allows the nurse to know that the education must be reinforced?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
"Once I inject myself with my Epi-pen. I won't have to go to the hospital."
Rationale:
🔸 Epinephrine provides temporary relief but does not replace emergency medical care.
🔸 There's a risk of biphasic anaphylaxis, which can occur hours after the initial reaction.
🔸 Hospital observation ensures access to oxygen, steroids, or further epinephrine if needed.
🔸 Clients should call 911 immediately after Epi-pen use.
🔸 This misconception requires urgent reinforcement of anaphylaxis protocols.
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This question is from ATI LPN Advanced Medsurg Exam 2 which contains 45 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Medical-Surgical
- Answer Choices: 4
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