The nurse is caring for a client with an immune system disorder. Why should the nurse consult drug references when assessing a client with an immune system disorder?
A) To verify that the client is not hypersensitive to substances in the prescribed medications
B) To confirm the adverse effects of the prescribed medications
C) To verify the effectiveness of the prescribed medications
D) To plan accordingly the client's diet and activities

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Checking drug references is important to verify whether the prescribed medications can cause hypersensitivity reactions in the client with an immune system disorder, which can be life-threatening. This information will help the nurse to take appropriate measures to prevent or manage such reactions. Checking adverse effects and effectiveness may also be important, but the priority would be to ensure medication safety. Planning the client's diet and activities may be relevant but is not directly related to consulting drug references.

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