24 Questions
Which medical condition causes chronic inflammation of the joints?
Rheumatoid arthritis
What is the purpose of administering an Epipen?
To treat severe allergies
What is the focus of dermatology?
Diseases and disorders of the skin
What are common signs & symptoms of allergies?
Inflammation, sneezing, fatigue
What is an inappropriate immune system response to a harmless substance called?
Allergy
What is the treatment for anaphylaxis?
Epipen (epinephrine auto injection)
What are autoimmune disorders characterized by?
The body's own immune system fighting healthy cells
What type of test is commonly used to identify potential allergens someone may be allergic to?
Scratch test
Which medical condition impacts nerve impulses?
Multiple Sclerosis
What is the focus of dermatology?
Diseases and disorders of the skin
What is the main focus of working in an allergy/immunology clinic?
Treating patients with allergies and autoimmune disorders
What are autoimmune disorders characterized by?
The body's immune system attacking healthy cells
What is anaphylaxis?
A severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction
What is the purpose of carrying an Epipen for severe allergy sufferers?
To administer epinephrine in case of anaphylaxis
Rheumatoid arthritis causes chronic inflammation of the ______ (often the hands and feet)
joints
With many patients coming to clinic with possible severe allergies it's important that Medical Assistant's are familiar with the process of administering an ______.
Epipen
Scratch tests are designed to identify potential allergens someone may be allergic to. See video below for how to conduct a basic ______ test.
scratch
Working in an allergy/immunology clinic means that you will likely be seeing patients that suffer from ______
allergies (food, pollen, dust, etc.)
Anaphylaxis is a severe, possibly life-threatening condition as it can cause difficulty breathing and ______ to occur
shock
Allergies can cause signs & symptoms such as inflammation, tissue damage, rash, congestion, watering eyes, sneezing, ______, etc.
fatigue
Autoimmune disorders are when the body's own immune system fights healthy cells in the body (thinking it's an ______)
invader
______ is focused on various diseases and disorders of the skin
Dermatology
Some examples of skin conditions are: Eczema, ______
Psoriasis
Dermatology is focused of various diseases and disorders of the ______
skin
Study Notes
Allergies and Immune System
- Rheumatoid arthritis is a medical condition that causes chronic inflammation of the joints, often affecting the hands and feet.
- Anaphylaxis is a severe, life-threatening condition that can cause difficulty breathing and swelling to occur.
- Administering an Epipen is crucial for severe allergy sufferers to treat anaphylaxis.
- The main focus of working in an allergy/immunology clinic is to see patients who suffer from autoimmune disorders.
Dermatology
- Dermatology is focused on various diseases and disorders of the skin.
- Examples of skin conditions include Eczema and Psoriasis.
Autoimmune Disorders
- Autoimmune disorders are characterized by the body's own immune system fighting healthy cells in the body, mistakenly thinking they are an invader.
- Examples of autoimmune disorders include Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Allergy Testing
- Scratch tests are designed to identify potential allergens that someone may be allergic to.
Signs and Symptoms of Allergies
- Common signs and symptoms of allergies include inflammation, tissue damage, rash, congestion, watering eyes, sneezing, and itching.
Test your knowledge of medical specialties and the role of medical assistants in various healthcare settings. This quiz covers topics such as allergy and immunology, providing insight into the responsibilities and experiences of medical assistants in these specific areas of practice.
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