Chapter 23

Question 1

Allergic reaction

Answer 1

the body’s immune system response to a substance that is typically harmless but is perceived as a threat

Question 2

Allergen

Answer 2

a substance that can cause an allergic reaction in some individuals

Question 3

Anaphylaxis

Answer 3

a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that occurs rapidly after exposure to an allergen

Question 4

Angiodema

Answer 4

a condition characterized by rapid swelling of the deeper layers of the skin, often occurring around the eyes and lips. It can also affect the throat, hands, feet, and genitalia

Question 5

Epinephrine

Answer 5

hormone and neurotransmitter that plays a crucial role in the body’s “fight or flight” response, constricts blood vessels, increase heart rate, and improve airway function

Question 6

Epinephrine doses for adults and for children

Answer 6

0.3 mg for adults
0.15 mg for children

Question 7

Angiodema

Answer 7

condition characterized by the rapid swelling of deeper layers of the skin, often occurring around the eyes and lips. It can also affect the throat, hands, feet, and genitals. This swelling is typically caused by the release of histamines

Question 8

Histamines

Answer 8

chemicals released by the immune system in response to injury, inflammation, or allergens

Question 9

Allergic reaction vs anaphylactic reaction

Answer 9

Allergic is more mild while anaphylactic is more severe, with things like the throat swelling and closing up

Question 10

Acute coronary syndrome

Answer 10

a range of conditions associated with sudden, reduced blood flow to the heart muscle

Question 11

Metered dose inhaler (MDI)

Answer 11

device that delivers a specific amount of medication to the lungs in the form of a mist

Question 12

Status asthmaticus

Answer 12

a severe and potentially life-threatening asthma attack that does not respond adequately to standard treatments like bronchodilators

Question 13

Medical term for shock

Answer 13

Hypoperfusion