A child has a tracheal tube in place and will be receiving medications via this tube. Which of the following medications would the nurse expect to be administered in this manner? Select all answers that apply.

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Medications such as Lidocaine, Atropine, Epinephrine, and Naloxone can be administered via a tracheal tube as part of emergency protocols or when intravenous access is not available. These medications are chosen for their ability to be absorbed through the tracheal mucosa and exert their effects rapidly in critical situations.

A Child Has a Tracheal Tube in Place and Will