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:

Metabolic acidosis would likely present with rapid, deep breathing (Kussmaul respirations), not slow and shallow breathing.

Choice B rationale:

The client’s symptoms of vomiting (which can cause a loss of stomach acid), dizziness, palpitations, and numbness and tingling in the extremities and around the mouth are consistent with metabolic alkalosis.

Choice C rationale:

Respiratory alkalosis would likely present with rapid breathing, not slow and shallow breathing.

Choice D rationale:

Respiratory acidosis would likely present with rapid, shallow breathing, not slow and shallow breathing.

Choice A rationale:

Increased deep tendon reflexes are not typically associated with anaphylaxis. This is more commonly seen in conditions affecting the nervous system.

Choice B rationale:

While erythema of the skin can occur in anaphylaxis, it is not the most indicative symptom of this condition.

Choice C rationale:

Bradycardia is not typically associated with anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is more likely to cause tachycardia, or a rapid heart rate.

Choice D rationale:

Hypotension, or low blood pressure, is a common symptom of anaphylaxis. This occurs due to widespread vasodilation in response to the allergen.