A football player in full uniform has been stung by a bee. your assessment reveals him to be confused with stridorous respirations and weak radial pulses. his skin is warm and flushed and covered with hives. vital signs are: pulse 164, respirations 28, blood pressure 74/58 mmhg, and spo2 at 87%. the coach notifies you that the patient is allergic to bees and hands you the patient's epinephrine pen. your next action would be to:

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Kamila Jackson

9 September, 13:22

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Aidan · Answer 1

Next action would be to give epi pen, wait 15-20 min. to witness any reaction to pen, if symptoms are still prevalent, give more epi.