The following interventions are part of the emergency department (ED) protocol for a patient who has been admitted with multiple bee stings to the hands. Which action should the nurse take first?
A) Remove the patient's rings.
B) Apply ice packs to both hands.
C) Apply calamine lotion to itching areas.
D) Give diphenhydramine (Benadryl) 50 mg PO.
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