The client is having an acute exacerbation of asthma. The health-care provider has prescribed epinephrine (adrenaline) subcutaneously. Which intervention should the nurse implement when administering...

The client is having an acute exacerbation of asthma. The health-care provider has prescribed epinephrine (adrenaline) subcutaneously. Which intervention should the nurse implement when administering this medication?

1. Administer the medication using a tuberculin syringe.

2. Dilute the medication to a 5-mL bolus prior to administering.

3. Perform a complete respiratory assessment.

4. Monitor the client’s serum epinephrine level.