Question 10 of 15

Yes, that response is correct.

To treat a patient experiencing an epinephrine overdose, position them so that they are comfortable and in a sitting position to miminize any cardiovascular effects which could raise their blood pressure.

As with any medical emergency, monitor the patient's vitals and administer oxygen if necessary, but not if the patient is hyperventilating. This emergency should pass shortly, however allow the patient to fully recover as long as necessary.

According to the "Handbook of Local Anesthesia" by Malamed, the use of 1:50,000 epinephrine is not recommended. You will remember that is what was used for this patient. Most likely, it was administerd intervascularly.