The nurse is screening a patient for latex allergy. Which factors should she consider that place the patient at a higher risk for latex allergies? (Select all that apply.)
a. High latex exposure
b. History of using condom catheters
c. Urogenital defects
d. History of multiple childhood surgeries
A, B, C, D
Risk factors for latex allergies include spina bifida, congenital or urogenital defects, history of indwelling catheters or repeated catheterization, history of using condom catheters, high latex exposure (e.g., healthcare workers, housekeepers, food handlers, tire manufacturers, workers in industries that use gloves routinely), history of multiple childhood surgeries, and people with family history of allergies such as hay fever or hives.
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