A patient is having an IgE-mediated hypersensitivity reaction. What action by the healthcare professional is best?
a. Give the patient an antihistamine.
b. Prepare to give the patient a blood transfusion.
c. Ask the patient is he/she is having pain at the site.
d. Apply warm, moist heat to the affected area
Answer: a. Give the patient an antihistamine.
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