CHP 26: IMMUNOLOGIC EMERGENCIES Flashcards
what is the protein the body produces in response to an antigen
antibody
what is the primary antibody responsible for allergic reactions
IgE
what is a biphasic allergic reaction
pt’s symptoms improve and then reappear up to 8 or more hours after incident
what is prolonged allergic reaction
continue over 5-32 hours
what is an anaphylactoid reaction
response that does not involve IgE antibody mediation
which allergy is a contraindication to receiving flu vaccine
eggs
what are atopic diseases
diseases related to allergies
three categories of allergic reactions
mild: localized and do not spread
moderate: start mild but spread to other parts of body
severe: anaphylactic, systemic
what does “shark fin” capno waveform indicate
bronchoconstriction
what lung sounds indicate upper airway swelling
stridor
what does histamine release cause
vasodilation and decreases inotropic effects of heart
what is angioedema
swelling of face and tongue
3 types of shock during anaphylaxis and their causes
cardiogenic: decreased cardiac output
hypovolemic: fluids leaking into tissues
neurogenic: inability of blood vessels to constrict
what can cause red man syndrome
vancomycin infusions
what kind of food poisoning can mimic anaphylactic reactions
scombroid fish poisoning