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Which medical condition causes chronic inflammation of the joints?
Which medical condition causes chronic inflammation of the joints?
What is the purpose of administering an Epipen?
What is the purpose of administering an Epipen?
What is the focus of dermatology?
What is the focus of dermatology?
What are common signs & symptoms of allergies?
What are common signs & symptoms of allergies?
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What is an inappropriate immune system response to a harmless substance called?
What is an inappropriate immune system response to a harmless substance called?
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What is the treatment for anaphylaxis?
What is the treatment for anaphylaxis?
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What are autoimmune disorders characterized by?
What are autoimmune disorders characterized by?
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What type of test is commonly used to identify potential allergens someone may be allergic to?
What type of test is commonly used to identify potential allergens someone may be allergic to?
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Which medical condition impacts nerve impulses?
Which medical condition impacts nerve impulses?
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What is the focus of dermatology?
What is the focus of dermatology?
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What is the main focus of working in an allergy/immunology clinic?
What is the main focus of working in an allergy/immunology clinic?
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What are autoimmune disorders characterized by?
What are autoimmune disorders characterized by?
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What is anaphylaxis?
What is anaphylaxis?
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What is the purpose of carrying an Epipen for severe allergy sufferers?
What is the purpose of carrying an Epipen for severe allergy sufferers?
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Rheumatoid arthritis causes chronic inflammation of the ______ (often the hands and feet)
Rheumatoid arthritis causes chronic inflammation of the ______ (often the hands and feet)
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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 ______.
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 ______.
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Scratch tests are designed to identify potential allergens someone may be allergic to. See video below for how to conduct a basic ______ test.
Scratch tests are designed to identify potential allergens someone may be allergic to. See video below for how to conduct a basic ______ test.
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Working in an allergy/immunology clinic means that you will likely be seeing patients that suffer from ______
Working in an allergy/immunology clinic means that you will likely be seeing patients that suffer from ______
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Anaphylaxis is a severe, possibly life-threatening condition as it can cause difficulty breathing and ______ to occur
Anaphylaxis is a severe, possibly life-threatening condition as it can cause difficulty breathing and ______ to occur
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Allergies can cause signs & symptoms such as inflammation, tissue damage, rash, congestion, watering eyes, sneezing, ______, etc.
Allergies can cause signs & symptoms such as inflammation, tissue damage, rash, congestion, watering eyes, sneezing, ______, etc.
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Autoimmune disorders are when the body's own immune system fights healthy cells in the body (thinking it's an ______)
Autoimmune disorders are when the body's own immune system fights healthy cells in the body (thinking it's an ______)
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______ is focused on various diseases and disorders of the skin
______ is focused on various diseases and disorders of the skin
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Some examples of skin conditions are: Eczema, ______
Some examples of skin conditions are: Eczema, ______
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Dermatology is focused of various diseases and disorders of the ______
Dermatology is focused of various diseases and disorders of the ______
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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.
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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.
