A Clinic Patient Is Experiencing an Allergic Reaction to an Unknown

question 26

Multiple Choice

A clinic patient is experiencing an allergic reaction to an unknown allergen. Which action is appropriate for the registered nurse (RN) to delegate to a licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) ?

• A)Perform a focused physical assessment.
• B)Obtain the health history from the patient.
• C)Teach the patient about the various diagnostic studies.
• D)Administer a skin test by the cutaneous scratch method.

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