The nurse is caring for a patient with a history of latex allergies. The patient develops audible wheezing, pruritus, urticaria, and signs of angioedema. Which is the priority intervention for this patient?

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Administering prescribed epinephrine is the priority intervention for a patient showing signs of a severe allergic reaction, including symptoms like audible wheezing, pruritus, urticaria, and angioedema, as it can rapidly counteract the allergic response.

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