The client comes to the emergency department with a severe allergic reaction to peanuts, and is in serious respiratory distress. The client's spouse tells the nurse that the client has a known hypersensitivity to epinephrine (Adrenalin). What is the best response by the nurse?

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In a life-threatening situation like severe allergic reaction leading to respiratory distress, the benefit of administering epinephrine outweighs the risk of hypersensitivity to the drug. Epinephrine is the primary treatment for anaphylaxis, and a prior hypersensitivity to it is not considered an absolute contraindication in such critical conditions.

The Client Comes to the Emergency Department with a Severe