The following actions are part of the routine 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) Place ice packs on both hands.
C) Apply calamine lotion to any itching areas.
D) Give diphenhydramine ( Benadryl ) 100 mg PO.
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