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A practical guide to carrying out skin-prick allergy testing
1Outpatients Department, Basildon and Thurrock University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Abstract:
Skin-prick testing is one of the cheapest and most widely available methods for diagnosing allergies. With ever-increasing numbers of nurses performing the tests in nurse-led clinics, it is essential that the procedure is fully understood and carried out correctly, particularly in terms of patient safety. This article discusses the indications, contraindications, advantages and disadvantages of skin-prick testing and details how to carry out the procedure.
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Step 1: Perform hand hygiene and put on clean gloves to maintain infection control and prevent cross-contamination.
Step 2: Prepare the patient by explaining the procedure to ensure understanding and cooperation. Ensure privacy, expose the axilla, and inform the patient that minimal movement is crucial for an accurate reading.
Step 3: Adjust the patient’s clothing to expose only the axilla. It minimizes...

