A nurse at an allergy clinic is providing education for a patient starting immunotherapy for the treatment of allergies. What education should the nurse prioritize?
A) The importance of scheduling appointments for the same time each month
B) The importance of keeping appointments for desensitization procedures
C) The importance of avoiding antihistamines for the duration of treatment
D) The importance of keeping a diary of reactions to the immunotherapy
Ans: B
Feedback:
The nurse informs and reminds the patient of the importance of keeping appointments for desensitization procedures, because dosages are usually adjusted on a weekly basis, and missed appointments may interfere with the dosage adjustment. Appointments are more frequent than monthly and antihistamines are not contraindicated. There is no need to keep a diary of reactions.
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