Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 86%
Simulated
The client comes to the emergency department complaining of dyspnea and wheezing after eating at a seafood restaurant. The client cannot speak and has a bluish color around the mouth. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Administering 100% oxygen addresses immediate hypoxia in anaphylaxis, per ABCs. IV fluids, intubation, and allergy history follow.