The nurse is concerned that a client may have an undocumented allergy to latex when which of the following is assessed?
1. Recent episode of appendicitis
2. Recovered from bronchitis 3 months ago
3. Allergy to specific foods
4. Does not like to wear wool clothing
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Risk factors for latex allergy include a history of allergies, for example, food allergies or contact dermatitis (eczema). Appendicitis and bronchitis do not increase the client's risk of a latex allergy. The client's not wearing wool clothing does not increase the client's risk of a latex allergy.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
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