Who can give allergy shots?

• A. Nurses only
• B. Physicians only
• C. Pharmacists only
• D. Pharmacists and interns may or may not be able to give allergy shots depending on state

Answer: (C)

Administering allergy shots is about who is authorized to deliver injections under a supervised immunotherapy program. Pharmacists, when trained and working under an approved physician protocol, can give subcutaneous immunotherapy in many settings. This arrangement leverages their accessibility and expertise with injections and medication management, while ensuring safety with proper monitoring after the shot and readiness to manage any reaction. That focus—the pharmacist’s authorized role in providing these injections in outpatient care under protocols—is why this option is the best fit. Nurses and physicians do perform allergy injections too, but the item emphasizes the pharmacist’s authorized role in delivering this service.