Chapter 7, 8, 10, 12, 17

Question 0

What is considered the most important component in successful pulmonary testing for the diagnosis of asthma?

Answer 0

A well MOTIVATED, enthusiastic tech

Question 1

Obstruction results from _______ _______, and ___________________________ which lines the airways, all resulting in the narrowing of the breathing passage.

Answer 1

Airways swelling, increased mucus production and construction of the smooth muscle

Question 2

What is the medical term for skin lesions more commonly known as welts or hives?

Answer 2

Urticaria

Question 3

What is another name for deep tissue swelling?

Answer 3

AngioEdema

Question 4

What is the term used for patients that is a direct result of trauma to the mast cell?

Answer 4

Dermographism

Question 5

What is a chronic relapsing inflammatory skin condition characterized by itching and a characteric rash?

Answer 5

Atopic Dermatitis

Question 6

______ ________ __________ is caused by an immune response against a foreign substance that comes in contact with the skin.

Answer 6

Allergic Contact Dermatitis

Question 7

What are the absolute contraindications to administering epinephrine?

Answer 7

There is no contraindication to the use of epi in a life threatening situation.