The nurse is admitting the patient to the medical unit. The patient indicates that he has had several surgeries in the past and has been a diabetic for the last 15 years. He also states that he has allergies to sulfa and eggs
He claims that he had severe back pain earlier that morning, but the pain has finally gone since he received a "pain shot" in the Emergency Department. The nurse realizes that she must: a. Provide the patient with an allergy arm band and document his allergies
b. Postpone routine admission procedures immediately
c. Ask the patient if he wants a smoking room
d. Have all family or friends leave the room
A
Provide the patient with an allergy arm band listing allergies to foods, drugs, latex, or other substances; document allergies according to hospital policy. Postpone routine admission procedures only if the patient is having acute physical problems. Smoking is prohibited throughout the hospital, and family or friends can remain if the patient wishes to have them assist with changing into a hospital gown or pajamas.
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