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| What is hypersensitivity? |
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An amplified or inappropriate response to an antigen leading to inflammation and destruction of healthy tissue
May result from genetic, hormonal, and environmental factors |
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| A clinical response to an immediate (type I hypersensitivity) immunologic reaction between a specific antigen and an antibody |
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| What antibodies are released anaphylaxis? |
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| Occurs when the body’s immune system produces IgE antibodies toward a substance that is normally nontoxic |
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| Reingestion of the offending substance results in the release of excess amounts of ____________. |
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| What usually causes anaphylaxis? |
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| medications, insect stings, and latex |
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| What are the symptoms of anaphylaxis? |
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| bronchospasm, laryngeal edema, severe dyspnea, cyanosis, and hypotension |
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| What is the most important preventative measure for anaphylaxis? |
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| What treats anaphylaxis? Should they always carry it? |
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| What does the nurse assess for the patient with anaphylaxis? |
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| the airway, breathing pattern, and other vital signs |
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| What EPI is used for anaphylaxis? |
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