A client in anaphylactic shock receives a dose of hydrocortisone (Solu-Cortef).The nurse recognizes that the desired action of this medication is to:

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Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid that works by inhibiting the inflammatory process, which is a key component of anaphylaxis. It is not used to raise serum oncotic pressure, stimulate the sympathetic nervous system or raise circulating glucose levels.

A Client in Anaphylactic Shock Receives a Dose of Hydrocortisone