CNOR Operating Room Nursing

Category - Intraoperative

Which of the following processes will help to prevent an allergic reaction to latex during the surgical procedure?
  1. Taking a full history to determine patient risk factors.
  2. Providing latex-free surgical supplies for any patient who has an allergy.
  3. Administering a histamine blocker prophylactically.
  4. Both A and B
Explanation
Answer: D-The nurse can help to prevent an allergic reaction to latex by taking a full history to determine patient risk factors and by providing latex-free surgical supplies for any patient who has an allergy. High-risk patients may be those who work in healthcare or who have had a history of allergic reaction to latex products. Providing latex-free supplies requires extra planning and provision through distribution services, but avoiding a latex reaction is essential for patient safety.
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