A child is brought to the emergency department experiencing an anaphylactic reaction to a bee sting.While an airway is being established,what medication should the nurse prepare for immediate administration?
A)Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
B)Dopamine
C)Epinephrine
D)Calcium chloride

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After the first priority of establishing an airway,epinephrine is the drug of choice.Benadryl is not a strong enough antihistamine for this severe a reaction.Dopamine and calcium chloride are not appropriate drugs for this type of reaction.

A Child Is Brought to the Emergency Department Experiencing an Anaphylactic