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What is the recommended route of administration for aqueous epinephrine in an adult suspected of anaphylaxis?
What is the recommended route of administration for aqueous epinephrine in an adult suspected of anaphylaxis?
- Intranasal
- Intravenous
- Intramuscularly in the anterolateral aspect of the mid-thigh (correct)
- Subcutaneous
How quickly may reactions to the offending allergen occur in an anaphylactic reaction?
How quickly may reactions to the offending allergen occur in an anaphylactic reaction?
- Within months
- Within hours
- Within minutes (correct)
- Within weeks
What are the organ systems commonly affected during a manifestation of an anaphylactic reaction?
What are the organ systems commonly affected during a manifestation of an anaphylactic reaction?
- Urinary and endocrine systems
- Musculoskeletal and immune systems
- Reproductive and lymphatic systems
- Respiratory and integumentary systems (correct)
What is recommended for individuals who have experienced anaphylaxis or are at risk?
What is recommended for individuals who have experienced anaphylaxis or are at risk?
What should be provided concerning reading food labels for individuals at risk?
What should be provided concerning reading food labels for individuals at risk?
Why is it crucial for individuals with allergen sensitivity to have epinephrine auto-injectors?
Why is it crucial for individuals with allergen sensitivity to have epinephrine auto-injectors?
What is the recommended dose of an epinephrine auto-injector for infants and young children weighing less than 25 kg?
What is the recommended dose of an epinephrine auto-injector for infants and young children weighing less than 25 kg?
What is the appropriate epinephrine auto-injector dose for children weighing between 25 and 30 kg?
What is the appropriate epinephrine auto-injector dose for children weighing between 25 and 30 kg?
What is the recommendation regarding children self-carrying epinephrine auto-injectors in schools and camps?
What is the recommendation regarding children self-carrying epinephrine auto-injectors in schools and camps?
Which type of allergen is NOT listed as a common offending allergen for anaphylaxis?
Which type of allergen is NOT listed as a common offending allergen for anaphylaxis?
What physiological effect does the release of histamine have during an anaphylactic reaction?
What physiological effect does the release of histamine have during an anaphylactic reaction?
Which factor released during anaphylaxis results in bronchoconstriction?
Which factor released during anaphylaxis results in bronchoconstriction?
What is a possible life-threatening consequence of an anaphylactic reaction according to the text?
What is a possible life-threatening consequence of an anaphylactic reaction according to the text?
Which allergen is NOT listed under the potential Anaphylaxis-Inducing Allergens in the text?
Which allergen is NOT listed under the potential Anaphylaxis-Inducing Allergens in the text?
What role does immunoglobulin E play in an anaphylactic reaction?
What role does immunoglobulin E play in an anaphylactic reaction?
Which of the following is a systemic effect of histamine release during an anaphylactic reaction?
Which of the following is a systemic effect of histamine release during an anaphylactic reaction?
What type of allergen can cause angioedema, according to the text?
What type of allergen can cause angioedema, according to the text?
Which substance is NOT listed as a potential drug allergen that can induce anaphylaxis?
Which substance is NOT listed as a potential drug allergen that can induce anaphylaxis?
What is a characteristic of uniphasic and biphasic reactions during anaphylaxis?
What is a characteristic of uniphasic and biphasic reactions during anaphylaxis?
How do protracted reactions differ from uniphasic or biphasic reactions?
How do protracted reactions differ from uniphasic or biphasic reactions?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as part of the information that should be obtained from a patient during an anaphylactic event?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as part of the information that should be obtained from a patient during an anaphylactic event?
What is a common physical finding related to the cardiovascular system in an individual experiencing an anaphylactic reaction?
What is a common physical finding related to the cardiovascular system in an individual experiencing an anaphylactic reaction?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom commonly associated with pulmonary manifestations in an anaphylactic reaction?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom commonly associated with pulmonary manifestations in an anaphylactic reaction?
What can elevated serum tryptase levels indicate in the context of an anaphylactic event?
What can elevated serum tryptase levels indicate in the context of an anaphylactic event?
Which diagnostic tool is recommended to exclude a pulmonary embolism during an anaphylactic event?
Which diagnostic tool is recommended to exclude a pulmonary embolism during an anaphylactic event?
What is a common central nervous system manifestation that can occur during an anaphylactic reaction?
What is a common central nervous system manifestation that can occur during an anaphylactic reaction?
Which of the following is NOT commonly associated with cutaneous manifestations in an anaphylactic reaction?
Which of the following is NOT commonly associated with cutaneous manifestations in an anaphylactic reaction?
What can chest radiograph help detect in patients with underlying pathologic processes during an anaphylactic event?
What can chest radiograph help detect in patients with underlying pathologic processes during an anaphylactic event?
What is the benefit of monitoring serum glucose levels during an anaphylactic event?
What is the benefit of monitoring serum glucose levels during an anaphylactic event?
Which of the following options is NOT commonly considered in the differential diagnosis of anaphylaxis?
Which of the following options is NOT commonly considered in the differential diagnosis of anaphylaxis?
What should a clinician consider when differentiating between inflammatory mediators causing coronary artery spasms and myocardial infarction?
What should a clinician consider when differentiating between inflammatory mediators causing coronary artery spasms and myocardial infarction?
Which statement regarding diagnostics during an anaphylactic event is TRUE?
Which statement regarding diagnostics during an anaphylactic event is TRUE?
What is the maximum dose of aqueous epinephrine that can be administered intramuscularly to adults in an anaphylactic event?
What is the maximum dose of aqueous epinephrine that can be administered intramuscularly to adults in an anaphylactic event?
Which muscle site is preferred for the intramuscular injection of epinephrine in children and infants?
Which muscle site is preferred for the intramuscular injection of epinephrine in children and infants?
What should be done if respiratory symptoms persist after the administration of epinephrine in an anaphylactic reaction?
What should be done if respiratory symptoms persist after the administration of epinephrine in an anaphylactic reaction?
Why are H1 and H2 antagonists not recommended as first-line treatment in anaphylaxis?
Why are H1 and H2 antagonists not recommended as first-line treatment in anaphylaxis?
When should individuals experiencing an anaphylactic event be transported to an emergency facility?
When should individuals experiencing an anaphylactic event be transported to an emergency facility?
What is the recommended initial dose of diphenhydramine for children experiencing an anaphylactic reaction?
What is the recommended initial dose of diphenhydramine for children experiencing an anaphylactic reaction?
Which medication should be considered for individuals who experience alterations in epinephrine effect due to β blocker use?
Which medication should be considered for individuals who experience alterations in epinephrine effect due to β blocker use?
