NREMT Paramedic

Category - Medical

Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) should be used in caution for patients suffering:
  1. Severe allergic reaction
  2. Dystonic reaction
  3. Extra pyramidal reaction
  4. Closed angle glaucoma
Explanation
Answer: D - This is especially difficult to keep in mind when treating patients with shortness of breath. Albuterol has vasoconstrictive properties that can increase risk of blindness in these particular patients.
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