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Why is epinephrine the most appropriate medication to give a patient with stridor due to an anaphylactic reaction?

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Answer: it is important to quickly recognize anaphylaxis so it can be promptly treated with epinephrine, the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis. Epinephrine is a hormone made by the adrenal glands. It works within minutes to prevent progression and reverse the symptoms of anaphylaxis.

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