When administering a preparation of racemic epinephrine to a ...

[luvbio]

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

Question 2

A 10-year-old child has lapsed into a coma. In order to let the child know he is not alone, the nurse would:
 
  a. Encourage the parents to speak to the child
  b. Keep the room as quiet as possible
  c. Avoid touching the child unnecessarily
  d. Leave the parents alone with the child

[iceage]

Answer to Question 1

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.

Answer to Question 2

A
The nurse would instruct the family to talk to the child because the child would be comforted by the familiar voices. The nurse would touch the child and encourage the family to do so because, like talking to the child, touching is also reassuring. An absolutely quiet room enhances the feeling of being alone. Parents need the nurse's support and shouldn't be left alone for long periods.

[luvbio]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[sailorcrescent]

Gracias!