The following actions are part of the routine emergency department (ED) protocol for a client who has been admitted with multiple bee stings to the hands. Which action should the nurse take first?
A)Remove the client's rings.
B)Place ice packs on both hands.
C)Apply calamine lotion to any itching areas.
D)Give diphenhydramine 100 mg PO.

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The client's rings should be removed first because it might not be possible to remove them if swelling develops. The other orders also should be implemented as rapidly as possible after the nurse has removed the jewellery.

The Following Actions Are Part of the Routine Emergency Department