Which instruction should be included in a teaching plan to avoid allergens?

• A. Avoid any types of sprays, powders, and perfumes.
• B. Wearing a mask while cleaning will not help to avoid allergens.
• C. Purchase any type of clothing, but be sure it is washed before wearing it.
• D. Pollen count is related to hay fever, not to allergens.

Answer: (A)

Minimizing exposure to allergens means creating an environment with fewer triggers that can provoke allergic reactions or asthma symptoms. The instruction to avoid any types of sprays, powders, and perfumes directly reduces airborne and surface contamination from fragrance and aerosol products, cutting down a wide range of potential irritants and making the learning space safer for students with sensitivities. That direct reduction of common, easily spread allergen sources is why it fits best in a teaching plan focused on avoiding allergens. While wearing a mask during cleaning can help limit inhalation of dust and allergens, saying it won’t help is inaccurate and would miss an effective safety measure. The suggestion to buy any clothing and just wash it before wearing is vague and doesn’t ensure comprehensive allergen avoidance. And pollen counts do relate to allergen exposure, since pollen is a common allergen and counts help anticipate allergy risk, so that statement isn’t correct either.