The nurse is assessing a client in the clinic and observes a fine skin rash over the arms and trunk. What question is a priority that the nurse asks related to the rash?
A) "How many times have you had a rash like this before?"
B) "What medication are you taking?"
C) "Does anyone else in your family have the same rash?"
D) "Does the rash itch?"
B
Feedback:
The nurse should always suspect a drug allergy whenever the client has a skin rash. Most, but not all, drug allergies cause minor skin rashes and hives. Be aware that clients may describe a drug's side effect, or a coincidental experience during the time when taking a particular drug, as a drug allergy. The other options are questions that may be asked in the interview, but the priority is the medication.
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