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The nurse is teaching a b
patient with a latex
allergy about preventing
and treating allergic
reactions. Which
statement, if made by the
patient, indicates a need
for further teaching?
a. "My dentist should be
told about my latex
allergy."
b. "My reactions are not
severe; I will not need an
EpiPen."
c. "I should avoid foods
such as bananas,
avocados, and kiwi."
d. "I will use vinyl gloves
for activities such as
housekeeping."
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,4/4/25, 10:21 AM NURS 172-Exam 4 (2025) comprehensive questions and verified detailed solutions (MULTIPLE CHOICES) |complete solution…
When caring for a patient a, c, d, e
with a known latex
allergy, the nurse would
monitor the patient
closely for a cross-
sensitivity to which
foods? (Select all that
apply)
a. Grapes
b. Oranges
c. Bananas
d. Potatoes
e. Tomatoes
When receiving medical c
or dental treatment,
individuals who suffer
from latex allergy should:
a. Refuse treatment in any
office that uses rubber
products.
b. Wear a mask to
prevent accidental
inhalation or aerosol
allergens.
c. Inform healthcare
providers of their allergy
in advance.
d. Wash their hands
thoroughly with soap and
water after treatment.
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, 4/4/25, 10:21 AM NURS 172-Exam 4 (2025) comprehensive questions and verified detailed solutions (MULTIPLE CHOICES) |complete solution…
To help identify the risk a
of exposing a patient to
latex, healthcare
providers should:
a. Give patients a written
or verbal questionnaire
prior to treatment.
b. Test a patient's latex
sensitivity by touching his
or her hand with latex
gloves.
c. Ask for a detailed
family history to
determine genetic
predisposition to latex
allergies.
d. Ask patients if they are
currently taking any
allergy medications.
Individuals who have a
latex allergy are known to
experience cross-
sensitization to all of the
following foods except:
a. Corn
b. Papayas
c. Bananas
d. Kiwis
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NURS 172-Exam 4 (2025) comprehensive
questions and verified detailed solutions
(MULTIPLE CHOICES) |complete solutions |A+
GRADED |100% CORRECT!!
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Terms in this set (40)
The nurse is teaching a b
patient with a latex
allergy about preventing
and treating allergic
reactions. Which
statement, if made by the
patient, indicates a need
for further teaching?
a. "My dentist should be
told about my latex
allergy."
b. "My reactions are not
severe; I will not need an
EpiPen."
c. "I should avoid foods
such as bananas,
avocados, and kiwi."
d. "I will use vinyl gloves
for activities such as
housekeeping."
https://quizlet.com/1027066383/nurs-172-exam-4-2025-comprehensive-questions-and-verified-detailed-solutions-multiple-choices-complete-solu… 1/17
,4/4/25, 10:21 AM NURS 172-Exam 4 (2025) comprehensive questions and verified detailed solutions (MULTIPLE CHOICES) |complete solution…
When caring for a patient a, c, d, e
with a known latex
allergy, the nurse would
monitor the patient
closely for a cross-
sensitivity to which
foods? (Select all that
apply)
a. Grapes
b. Oranges
c. Bananas
d. Potatoes
e. Tomatoes
When receiving medical c
or dental treatment,
individuals who suffer
from latex allergy should:
a. Refuse treatment in any
office that uses rubber
products.
b. Wear a mask to
prevent accidental
inhalation or aerosol
allergens.
c. Inform healthcare
providers of their allergy
in advance.
d. Wash their hands
thoroughly with soap and
water after treatment.
https://quizlet.com/1027066383/nurs-172-exam-4-2025-comprehensive-questions-and-verified-detailed-solutions-multiple-choices-complete-solu… 2/17
, 4/4/25, 10:21 AM NURS 172-Exam 4 (2025) comprehensive questions and verified detailed solutions (MULTIPLE CHOICES) |complete solution…
To help identify the risk a
of exposing a patient to
latex, healthcare
providers should:
a. Give patients a written
or verbal questionnaire
prior to treatment.
b. Test a patient's latex
sensitivity by touching his
or her hand with latex
gloves.
c. Ask for a detailed
family history to
determine genetic
predisposition to latex
allergies.
d. Ask patients if they are
currently taking any
allergy medications.
Individuals who have a
latex allergy are known to
experience cross-
sensitization to all of the
following foods except:
a. Corn
b. Papayas
c. Bananas
d. Kiwis
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