After Being Bitten by an Unknown Insect,a Patient Who Is

question 17

Multiple Choice

After being bitten by an unknown insect,a patient who is allergic to wasp stings is brought to a clinic by a co-worker.On arrival,the patient is anxious and is having difficulty breathing.What should the nurse's first action be?

• A) Administer oxygen.
• B) Maintain the patient's airway.
• C) Remove the stinger from the site.
• D) Place the patient in a recumbent position with his legs elevated.

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