Which is the most important safety measure that should be taken whenever a client is undergoing intradermal testing for allergies?
A. Ensure that emergency equipment is in the room.
B. Pretreat the skin area to be tested with a cortisone-based cream.
C. Apply oxygen by mask or nasal cannula before injecting the test agent.
D. Cover the examination table and pillow with plastic or an ultrafine mesh.
A
Although it is usually a safe procedure, intradermal testing increases the risk for an adverse reac-tion, including anaphylaxis.
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