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What is the primary difference between an allergic reaction and anaphylaxis?
What is the primary difference between an allergic reaction and anaphylaxis?
- Severity of symptoms
- Location of the reaction
- Type of allergen involved
- Number of body systems affected (correct)
What is an allergen?
What is an allergen?
- A type of antibody
- A protein produced in response to an antigen
- A type of immune response
- A substance that produces allergic symptoms (correct)
What is a common characteristic of hypersensitivity?
What is a common characteristic of hypersensitivity?
- It is always severe
- It only affects the respiratory system
- It is unpredictable
- It is often predictable (correct)
What is the term for an abnormal immune response?
What is the term for an abnormal immune response?
What is a common allergen that can cause anaphylaxis?
What is a common allergen that can cause anaphylaxis?
What is the term for a systemic allergic reaction that affects two or more body systems?
What is the term for a systemic allergic reaction that affects two or more body systems?
What is the primary chemical mediator responsible for allergic reactions?
What is the primary chemical mediator responsible for allergic reactions?
What is the result of the immune system becoming hypersensitive in anaphylactic reactions?
What is the result of the immune system becoming hypersensitive in anaphylactic reactions?
What is the purpose of vaccine administration?
What is the purpose of vaccine administration?
What is the primary function of macrophages in an allergic reaction?
What is the primary function of macrophages in an allergic reaction?
What is the characteristic of an anaphylactic reaction?
What is the characteristic of an anaphylactic reaction?
What is the difference between a mild and severe allergic reaction?
What is the difference between a mild and severe allergic reaction?
What is one of the effects of histamine on the cardiovascular system?
What is one of the effects of histamine on the cardiovascular system?
What is a sign of impending airway occlusion?
What is a sign of impending airway occlusion?
What should be assessed during the primary assessment of circulation?
What should be assessed during the primary assessment of circulation?
What is a key question to ask during history taking?
What is a key question to ask during history taking?
What is a sign of a severe allergic reaction?
What is a sign of a severe allergic reaction?
What is the first step in treating a severe allergic reaction?
What is the first step in treating a severe allergic reaction?
What is the primary indication for Chlorphenamine medication?
What is the primary indication for Chlorphenamine medication?
What is the recommended dose of Chlorphenamine for children aged 6-11 years with anaphylaxis?
What is the recommended dose of Chlorphenamine for children aged 6-11 years with anaphylaxis?
What should be done before administering Antihistamine to a severe patient?
What should be done before administering Antihistamine to a severe patient?
What is the purpose of administering Corticosteroids in Anaphylactic Reactions Management?
What is the purpose of administering Corticosteroids in Anaphylactic Reactions Management?
What is the primary concern when managing anaphylactic reactions?
What is the primary concern when managing anaphylactic reactions?
What should be done if a patient has signs of allergic reaction but no respiratory or circulation problems?
What should be done if a patient has signs of allergic reaction but no respiratory or circulation problems?
What is the indication for the administration of Epinephrine (1:1000)?
What is the indication for the administration of Epinephrine (1:1000)?
What is the form of Epinephrine (1:1000) used for administration?
What is the form of Epinephrine (1:1000) used for administration?
What is the contraindication for the administration of Epinephrine (1:1000)?
What is the contraindication for the administration of Epinephrine (1:1000)?
What is the type of medication that Epinephrine (1:1000) is?
What is the type of medication that Epinephrine (1:1000) is?
What should be done if a patient has low BP?
What should be done if a patient has low BP?
In what order should the following actions be taken in case of anaphylaxis?
In what order should the following actions be taken in case of anaphylaxis?
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