In a patient with suspected household chemical ingestion who is alert and stable, the nurse knows:
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Correct answer: Some low-risk cases may be observed at home if poison control advises and no symptoms develop
Per guidelines, some stable patients with low-risk ingestions may be observed at home under poison-control guidance, provided no symptoms appear.
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