The nurse is working in a clinic when a patient presents with shortness of breath, wheezing, and hives. The nurse should plan to implement which order first?

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Epinephrine is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis, which the patient's symptoms (shortness of breath, wheezing, hives) suggest. It works rapidly to improve breathing, stimulate the heart, and reduce swelling and hives.

The Nurse Is Working in a Clinic When a Patient