Chapter 21 Allergy And Anaphlaxis Flashcards
A substance that causes an allergic reaction
Allergen
The bodies exaggerative immune response to an internal or surface agent
Allergic reaction
An extreme life-threatening system at allergic reaction. That may include shocking respiratory failure.
Anaphylaxis
Localized areas of swelling beneath the skin often around the eyes and lips, but can also involved other body areas as well
Angioedema
The active injecting venom
Envenomation
A substance produced by the body commonly called adrenaline and a drug produced by pharmaceutical companies that increase his pulse rate and blood pressure the drug of choice for anaphylactic reaction
Epinephrine
Chemical substances released by the immune system, and allergic reactions that are responsible for many of the symptoms of anaphylaxis, such as vasodilation
Histamines
The body’s response to a substance perceived by the body as a foreign
Immune response
The body system that includes all of the structures and processes Tucson to mount a defense against foreign substances and disease causing agents
Immune system
The study of the body’s immune system
Immunology
Chemical substance that contributes anaphylaxis released by the immune system in allergic reactions
Leukotrienes
A harsh, high-pitched respiratory sound generally her during inspiration that is caused by partial blockage or narrowing of the upper airway
Strider
A harmful substance produced by living cells or organisms
Toxin
Small area of generalized itching and or burning that appear as multiple raised areas on the skin hives
Urticaria
Erased, swollen, well defined area on the skin resulting from an insect bite or allergen reaction
Wheal
