Community Pharmacy: Rhinitis and Allergic Reactions

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What is the primary trigger for the activation of immunoglobulin E antibodies in allergic rhinitis?

  • Ocular irritation from allergic conjunctivitis
  • Pollen filter in air conditioning
  • Allergen lodgment within the mucus blanket lining the nasal membranes (correct)
  • Previous allergen exposure on the surface of mast cells

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic symptom of intermittent allergic rhinitis?

  • Paroxysmal cough (correct)
  • Watery rhinorrhea
  • Sneeze
  • Nasal itch

What is the primary benefit of using air conditioning in cars with a pollen filter for allergic rhinitis patients?

  • Reducing nasal congestion
  • Preventing allergen exposure (correct)
  • Decreasing ocular irritation
  • Relieving sneezing

What is the typical timing of pollen exposure that exacerbates symptoms of intermittent allergic rhinitis?

<p>During the morning and evening (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of allergen avoidance in non-pharmacological treatment of allergic rhinitis?

<p>Preventing pollen exposure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for advising patients to replace carpets with hard wood floors?

<p>To eliminate a potential source of allergens in the home (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which antihistamine is considered the most suitable for patients with AR due to its low affinity for histamine receptors in the brain?

<p>Loratadine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using decongestants in the treatment of AR?

<p>They are effective in reducing nasal congestion quickly (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why may adherence be a problem with sodium cromoglicate treatment?

<p>It needs to be administered four times a day (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended timing for commencing therapy for patients who regularly suffer from nasal congestion associated with AR?

<p>Before exposure to the allergen (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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