A client informs the nurse she is allergic to a certain medication. To verify the allergic condition, the nurse should ask the client:
A)
"Can you explain what happens when you take the medication?"
B)
"Are you allergic to any other medications?"
C)
"How many times did you take the medication?"
D)
"Did you take the medication on an empty stomach?"
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Explanation:
A)
To distinguish an allergic reaction from side effects or toxic effects, it is best to clarify what occurred when the medication was taken. The other options will not elicit specific information as to the nature of the allergic response.
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B)
To distinguish an allergic reaction from side effects or toxic effects, it is best to clarify what occurred when the medication was taken. The other options will not elicit specific information as to the nature of the allergic response.
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C)
To distinguish an allergic reaction from side effects or toxic effects, it is best to clarify what occurred when the medication was taken. The other options will not elicit specific information as to the nature of the allergic response.
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D)
To distinguish an allergic reaction from side effects or toxic effects, it is best to clarify what occurred when the medication was taken. The other options will not elicit specific information as to the nature of the allergic response.
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