A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a group of clients about first aid care for a bee sting.
Which of the following information should the nurse reinforce in the teaching?

Choice A rationale:

Obtaining the number of the client’s provider is not the immediate action to take. The client is showing signs of a possible stroke (right-sided weakness and slurred speech), which is a medical emergency.

Choice B rationale:

Finding a location for the client to sit is not the immediate action to take. The client needs medical attention immediately due to the signs of a possible stroke.

Choice C rationale:

Driving the client to the nearest emergency room is not the best action to take. It would be faster and safer to call emergency medical services who are trained to handle such situations.

Choice D rationale:

Calling emergency medical services is the correct action. The client is showing signs of a possible stroke, which requires immediate medical attention.

Choice A rationale:

Applying a warm pack can increase swelling and pain, so it is not recommended.

Choice B rationale:

Removing the stinger by scraping it off with a knife blade can help to reduce the amount of venom that is released into the body.

Choice C rationale:

Applying a tourniquet can restrict blood flow and cause more harm than good.

Choice D rationale:

Sucking the wound can introduce bacteria and cause infection, so it is not recommended.