Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 80%
Simulated
While admitting a client for a cardiac catheterization, the nurse asks the client about allergies. Which of the following client food allergies should the nurse report to the provider prior to the procedure?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Shellfish allergies are important because clients with shellfish allergies may also react to iodine-based contrast dyes commonly used in cardiac catheterization procedures.