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What is allergy?
What is allergy?
- A response of the body to a drug resulting from histamine release
- A normal response of the body to a drug resulting from an antigen-antibody reaction
- An abnormal response of the body to a drug resulting from an antigen-antibody reaction (correct)
- A response of the body to a drug resulting from bronchoconstriction
What may be the result of an immediate and acute allergic reaction?
What may be the result of an immediate and acute allergic reaction?
- Immediate fall of blood pressure
- Acute anaphylactic shock (correct)
- Delayed bronchoconstriction
- Delayed skin rashes
What steps can be taken to deal with allergic reactions?
What steps can be taken to deal with allergic reactions?
- Increasing the dose of the allergen
- Avoiding any drug administration
- Immediate administration of antihistamines
- History taking of previous allergic reactions, test dose, and keeping emergency drugs ready (correct)
How should the dose of some drugs be adjusted when given intravenously?
How should the dose of some drugs be adjusted when given intravenously?
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What is the effect of injecting a 20% solution of magnesium sulfate?
What is the effect of injecting a 20% solution of magnesium sulfate?
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