Dilemma: MMR and egg allergy

The nursing profession now encourages a questioning interface in all the care nurses undertake for our patients. Our work is no longer task oriented but evidence-based. The following case study illustrates how sometimes questioning our clinical practice doesn't necessarily lead to definitive answers.

Twelve-month old Child X had been referred to a paediatrician for an egg allergy by his GP. He had suffered two allergic reactions to eggs. The first time a marked rash was noted by his parents; the second time, he had an immediate swelling of his mouth and his face became covered in hives with a rash.