Nurses working in environments such as summer camps should:
a. be aware of the life-threatening allergies of their clients.
b. instruct all campers to have decongestants and antihistamines with them at camp.
c. consult with a health care provider to establish protocols regarding actions to be taken during emergencies.
d. keep emergency supplies like diphenhydramine HCl (Benadryl) on hand.
ANS: A, C, D
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Correct a, c, and d are correct and important actions for nurses working in these settings.
Incorrect b. is not appropriate instruction for a nurse to give campers.
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