When making rounds the nurse observes a purple wristband on a patient's wrist. How will the nurse interpret this finding?
a. The patient is allergic to certain medications or foods.
b. The patient has do not resuscitate preferences.
c. The patient has a high risk for falls.
d. The patient is at risk for seizures.
ANS: B
In 2008 the American Hospital Association issued an advisory recommending that hospitals standardize wristband colors: red for patient allergies, yellow for fall risk, and purple for do not resuscitate preferences. Purple does not indicate seizures.
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