A client reports allergies to bananas, avocados, and kiwi. What should the nurse ask about next?

A. Iodine allergy
B. Penicillin allergy
C. Egg allergy
D. Latex allergy

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Correct answer: D

These foods cross-react with latex (latex-fruit syndrome). The nurse should screen for latex allergy and use latex-free equipment if present.

Source: ACAAI. Latex Allergy (latex-fruit syndrome)

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