Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 68%
Simulated
A nurse is performing an admission assessment of a school-age child who has spina bifida. The parent states that the child is allergic to latex. The nurse should assess further for cross-sensitivity to which of the following foods?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: Bananas. Latex allergy is associated with cross-sensitivity to certain foods due to similar proteins. Bananas belong to the same botanical family as latex, increasing the risk of cross-reactivity. Almonds (A), hazelnuts (C), and strawberries (D) are not commonly associated with latex allergy. Bananas are the most likely choice for further assessment due to their potential cross-sensitivity with latex.