Medical Emergencies · single question

A patient with asthma and latex allergy (also allergic to banana and avocado) is having a root canal. After rubber dam placement, the patient begins wheezing and facial swelling develops. What is the FIRST action?

  1. Administer albuterol inhaler
  2. Remove the rubber dam and give diphenhydramine
  3. Administer epinephrine (EpiPen)
  4. Call 911 first
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Correct answer: C. Administer epinephrine (EpiPen)

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