Anaphylaxis

Question 1

Body’s abnormal overreaction to an allergen, an allergen that is often otherwise harmless

Answer 1

Anaphylaxis

Question 2

Reaction to an allergen that there has been prior exposure to, causing systemic hypotension and inflammation/edema

Answer 2

Anaphylaxis physiology

Question 3

Anaphylaxis S/S

Answer 3

Warm/flushed skin
Angioedema
Urticaria
Stridor
SOB
Decreased LOC
N&V

Question 4

During anaphylaxis when the body over releases the hormone histamine, causing profound hypotension and bronchoconstriction, as well inflammation and edema

Answer 4

Histamine response

Question 5

Common anaphylactic triggers

Answer 5

Peanuts
Shellfish
Bee stings
Latex
Medication

Question 6

Hives, red itchy welts

Answer 6

Urticaria

Question 7

Swelling caused by edema of the throat, lips, face, and tongue

Answer 7

Angioedema

Question 8

Medical device often carried by individuals with an anaphylactic allergy
Carries a pre-determined dose of epinephrine that will automatically inject intramuscularly when administered correctly

Answer 8

Epinephrine auto-injector (Epi Pen)

Question 9

Most pressing concern when treating a patient in anaphylaxis

Answer 9

Airway patency

Question 10

Important non-medicinal component to anaphylaxis management

Answer 10

Emotional reassurance and support, anaphylactic events are often very scary for the patient/family