Predisposing Factors for Hypersensitivity Reactions

Question 1

Age factor for HS reaction

Answer 1

Adults > children

Question 2

Gender factor for HS reactions

Answer 2

Females > males

Question 3

Genetic factor for HS reaction

Answer 3

Patients with a history of asthma, atopic dermatitis, or allergic rhinitis may develop drug allergies that are more severe

Question 4

Illness factor for HS reaction

Answer 4

Patients with AIDS, Epstein-Barr, lymphocytic leukemia have a higher incidence of allergic reaction to drugs

Question 5

Previous drug exposure factor for HS reaction

Answer 5

Having a prior history of an allergic reaction to the drug

Question 6

Drug-related factors for HS reaction

Answer 6

Dose, frequency, route of administration