Chp21 Vocab Allergy And Anaphylaxis

Question 1

Allergen

Answer 1

A substance that cause an allergic reaction

Question 2

Allergic reaction

Answer 2

Body exaggerated immune response to an internal Or surface agent

Question 3

Anaphylaxis

Answer 3

Life-threatening reaction that may clue include respiratory failure

Question 4

Angioedema

Answer 4

Localized areas of swelling beneath the skin or around the eyes and lips but can also involve other body areas as well

Question 5

Envenomation

Answer 5

Injecting venom

Question 6

Epinephrine

Answer 6

Drug produced by pharmaceutical companies that increase pulse rate in blood pressure
Drug choice for anaphylactic

Question 7

Histamine

Answer 7

Released by the immune system in allergic reaction

Question 8

Immune response

Answer 8

The body responds to a substance, perceived by the body as foreign

Question 9

Immune system

Answer 9

The body system that includes all of the structures in process designed to mount a defense against foreign substances and diseases

Question 10

Immunology

Answer 10

Study of the human immune system

Question 11

Leukotrienes

Answer 11

Chemical substances Contribute to anaphylaxis

Question 12

Stridor

Answer 12

High pitched respiratory sound heard during inspiration
Upper airway blockage

Question 13

Toxin

Answer 13

Harmful substance produced by living cells or organisms

Question 14

Urticaria (hives)

Answer 14

Small areas of generalize itching or burns that appear on the skin

Question 15

Wheal

Answer 15

Raised swollen area of the skin from insect bite or allergic reaction

Question 16

Wheezing

Answer 16

High pitched whistling breath sounds

*Obstructing in lower airway
Asthma patients