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Which type of cells produce histamine during allergic reactions?
Which type of cells produce histamine during allergic reactions?
- T-cells
- Basophils and mast cells (correct)
- Macrophages
- B-cells
What is the primary function of histamine in the physiological response?
What is the primary function of histamine in the physiological response?
- Acting as a neurotransmitter in the CNS (correct)
- Stimulating the release of inflammatory cytokines
- Mediating bronchodilation
- Regulating permeability of capillaries to white blood cells and proteins
What is the primary mechanism of action of antihistamine therapy in allergic reactions?
What is the primary mechanism of action of antihistamine therapy in allergic reactions?
- Inhibiting the action of histamine on smooth muscle and endothelium (correct)
- Increasing the permeability of capillaries to white blood cells
- Stimulating the release of anti-inflammatory cytokines
- Blocking the release of histamine from mast cells
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of anaphylactic shock?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of anaphylactic shock?
What is the primary difference between 1st and 2nd generation antihistamines?
What is the primary difference between 1st and 2nd generation antihistamines?
What is the primary goal of asthma treatment?
What is the primary goal of asthma treatment?
Which of the following is a characteristic of asthma pathogenesis?
Which of the following is a characteristic of asthma pathogenesis?
Which of the following medication classes is used to treat bronchoconstriction?
Which of the following medication classes is used to treat bronchoconstriction?
What is the primary mechanism of action of bronchodilators in asthma treatment?
What is the primary mechanism of action of bronchodilators in asthma treatment?
Which of the following is a guideline for effective control of asthma?
Which of the following is a guideline for effective control of asthma?