A nurse is caring for a client who has a high fever. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Schedule the client as the first surgical procedure of the day.
When scheduling a surgical procedure for a patient with a latex allergy, it is recommended to schedule them as the first case of the day.
Choice A is wrong because removing the stopcocks from IV tubing does not address the issue of latex allergy.
Choice B is wrong because cleansing the stoppers with povidone-iodine before withdrawing medication does not address the issue of latex allergy.
Choice C is wrong because powdered gloves can contain latex and should be avoided for patients with a latex allergy.

This is because before providing the client with information about insulin self-administration and other resources, it is important to first determine whether the client can afford the insulin administration supplies.
This will help to ensure that the client has access to the necessary supplies for managing their diabetes mellitus.
Choice A is wrong because making a copy of the medication reconciliation form for the client is not the first action that should be taken.
While it is important to provide the client with a copy of their medication reconciliation form, this should be done after determining whether the client can afford the insulin administration supplies.
Choice B is wrong because obtaining printed information about insulin self-administration is not the first action that should be taken.
While it is important to provide the client with information about insulin self-administration, this should be done after determining whether the client can afford the insulin administration supplies.
Choice C is wrong because providing the client with the contact number for a diabetes education specialist is not the first action that should be taken.
While it is important to provide the client with resources for diabetes education, this should be done after determining whether the client can afford insulin administration supplies.