When managing a patient with anaphylaxis in the emergency department, what is the first-line treatment? A) Intramuscular epinephrine B) Antihistamines C) Corticosteroids D) Nebulized bronchodilators

6. A patient presents with signs of sepsis. Which assessment finding would be least indicative of this condition? a) Fever b) Tachycardia c) Elevated white blood cell count d) Normal blood pressure

Encephalitisa)May show the signs of mumps. b)Usually follows an upper respiratory infection. c)May be spread by arthropods. d)Is an inflammation of the meninges.

A patient tells the nurse that he has been using an herbal supplement that contains kava for several years to help him to relax in the evening. However, the nurse notes that he has a yellow tinge to his skin and sclera, and is concerned about liver toxicity. The nurse advises the patient to stop taking the kava and to see his health care provider for an examination. What else, if anything, should the nurse do at this time? a )Report this incident to MedWatch. b )Notify the state’s pharmaceutical board. c )Contact the supplement manufacturer. d) No other action is needed.