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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The patient is experiencing signs of an anaphylactic reaction, which is a medical emergency. The priority intervention is to administer epinephrine 1:1,000 by subcutaneous injection per the healthcare provider's orders. Option A is important but not the priority intervention in this case. Option B can be administered after epinephrine injection. Option D can be done later but is not the priority intervention at this time.

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