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What is a recognized side effect of epinephrine administration?

  1. Increased blood pressure
  2. Decreased blood pressure
  3. Bradycardia
  4. Sedation
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Correct answer: A. Increased blood pressure

Epinephrine stimulates alpha-1 receptors (vasoconstriction), beta-1 receptors (increased heart rate and contractility), and beta-2 receptors (bronchodilation, and vasodilation in skeletal muscle), with the net systemic effect commonly including increased blood pressure and heart rate — important to consider in patients with uncontrolled hypertension or cardiovascular disease.

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