Which of the following should be included when teaching the patient about a severe food allergy?
A) The patient always has the food allergy for life.
B) Eat minute amounts of the food to expose the body to the antigens.
C) The antigen may cause constipation during a reaction.
D) Carry an EpiPen at all times.
Ans: D
Feedback: The patient should carry an EpiPen at all times in case of an anaphylactic reaction. The food item needs to be eliminated from the diet. A reaction will cause an increase in secretion of gastric and mucosal cells with potential diarrhea. About one-third of proven allergies disappear in 1 to 2 years if the patient carefully avoids the offending foods.
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