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laurencescou

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Which assessment by the nurse is most important to obtain prior to performing allergy sensitivity testing?
 
  a. Identify areas of loose connective tissue.
  b. Question the patient about frequency of exercise.
  c. Determine if the patient is using aspirin.
  d. Palpate and measure the size of induration.

Question 2

The nurse administers a skin prick test (SPT) to a patient at 9:00 AM. The earliest time the nurse can expect to read the test is
 
  a. the next day at 9:00 AM.
  b. by 9:00 PM the same day.
  c. by 9:10 AM the same day.
  d. one week from the date and time of administration.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
It is important to determine if the patient has taken any antihistamines or anti-inflammatory agents for 24 to 48 hours prior to allergy testing. Loose connective tissue is assessed prior to administering injections subcutaneously. Exercise routine is not significant prior to allergy testing. Palpation and measurement of the size of induration are done after the procedure.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The SPT can be read in 10 to 20 minutes after administration, depending on protocol.





 

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