Ch.21 Allergy and Anaphylaxis

Question 1

Anaphylaxis signs

Answer 1

Urticaria (hives), generalized itching and burning
Angioedema: localized swelling
Wheezing (expiration) from bronchospasm/constriction
stridor on inspiration
persistent gastrointestinal dysfunction-vomit, abdominal cramps

Question 2

Common allergens

Answer 2

Food
medication
plants
chemicals
bites and stings (envenomation)

Question 3

Wheal

Answer 3

raised, swollen, well-defined area on skin from bite or sting

Question 4

Remove a stinger

Answer 4

Scrape skin with edge of stiff object: credit card