Chapter 14: Allergies and Anaphylaxis

Question 1

Allergen

Answer 1

Foreign substance whose presence in the body stimulates an allergic reaction

Question 2

Allergic Reaction

Answer 2

Series of signs and symptoms that occur in response to exposure to an allergen

Question 3

Anaphylaxis

Answer 3

Severe allergic reaction that can result in cardiac or respiratory compromise

Question 4

Angiodema

Answer 4

Swelling beneath the skin or mucosa because of an allergic reaction

Question 5

Antibody

Answer 5

Protein that is produced by the body to neutralize or destroy specific antigens

Question 6

Histamine

Answer 6

Chemical that is released in the body because of an allergic reaction

Question 7

Hypersensitivity

Answer 7

Exaggerated immune response to an allergen, drug, or other foreign substance

Question 8

Pruritus

Answer 8

Sever itching; frequently occurs i the skin during mild and moderate allergic reactions

Question 9

Urticaria

Answer 9

hives or rashes from an allergic reaction