Question

The nurse places priority on which of the following teaching points to a patient with a history of anaphylaxis to bees?

a. Avoid bees
b. Wear a medical alert bracelet
c. Carry an EpiPen
d. Apply a warm compress to sting site

Answer 1

The nurse should prioritize teaching the patient to carry an EpiPen.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse places priority on carrying an EpiPen teaching point to a patient with a history of anaphylaxis to bees. An EpiPen is an epinephrine auto-injector that can rapidly stop a life-threatening anaphylactic response to an allergen, such as a bee sting. It constricts blood vessels to increase blood pressure, relaxes smooth muscles in the lungs to improve breathing, and works to reduce swelling that may block the airways.