The nurse is teaching a patient with allergies how to prevent anaphylaxis. Which recommendation is most appropriate?
A) Dry mop all hardwood floors.
B) Wear medical identification.
C) Have carpeting installed in every room of the house.
D) Advise family and friends not to visit during the winter.
Ans: B
Feedback: If the patient became unconscious or couldn't report allergies, medical identification could provide information that health care providers would need to know to avoid anaphylaxis. The patient should wet mop hardwood floors because dry mopping scatters dust that can trigger allergies. The patient should minimize the amount of carpeting in the home because carpets trap allergens such as dust and dirt. Unless the patient is ill, the nurse should encourage visits by family and friends to promote healthy social interaction.
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