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Sensitivity Testing Flashcards

1
Q

Introduction of contrast medium through the tongue?

A

Sublingual method

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2
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Possible effects of intravenous method of sensitivity testing?

A

Itchiness

Nausea

Vomiting

Dizziness

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2
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Enumerate the drugs used for treatment of any reaction to contrast media?

A

Ampoule Benadryl

Antistine

Epinephrine

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2
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Chemical name for Ampoule Benadryl?

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Diphenhydramine HC

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3
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Corrective action for mild reaction to contrast media?

A

No treatment necessary, observation is important

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4
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Enumerate the methods of sensitivity testing?

A

Scleral Method

Sublingual Method

Subcutaneous Method

Intravenous Method

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5
Q

Enumerate the classifications of reactions to contrast media?

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Mild

Moderate

Severe

Fatal

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7
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Possible effects of sublingual method of sensitivity testing?

A

Tongue irritation

Vomiting

Tongue Swelling

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8
Q

Symptoms of severe reaction to contrast media?

A

Prolonged drop in blood pressure

Collapse of circulatory system

Angina

Cardiac arrhythmia

Coma, Convulsion and paralysis

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9
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Possible effects of scleral method of sensitivity testing?

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Redness of eyes

Eye irritation

Eye swelling

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11
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Generally administered intramuscularly used for moderately severe allergic reactions? Also known as antihistamines?

A

Ampoule Benadryl

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11
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Symptoms of moderate reaction to contrast media?

A

Mild drop in blood pressure

Urticaria of increased severity

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12
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How often does fatal reactions to contrast media occur?

A

1 n every 20,00 examinations

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13
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Possible effects of subcutaneous method of sensitivity testing?

A

Dilation

Vomiting

Salivation

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14
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Introduction of contrast medium through the skin?

A

Subcutaneous method

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15
Q

How much contrast media is introduced during sensitivity testing?

A

1 cc or 1 ml

17
Q

Bronchodilators used for severe allergic reactions?

A

Epinephrine

18
Q

Corrective action for severe reaction to contrast media?

A

Some hospitalization required as this is possibly life threatening

19
Q

Relieves itching and irritation when allergic conditions affect the eye? Also called antihistamines?

A

Antistine

19
Q

Time frame when Antistines start to take effect and how long does the effects last?

A

5-10 mins, lasting for 2-6 hours

20
Q

Introduction of contrast medium through the veins?

A

Intravenous method

22
Q

Corrective action for moderate reaction to contrast media?

A

Some treatment such as histamine needed

23
Q

Introduction of contrast medium through the eyes?

A

Scleral Method

24
Q

Process of introducing 1 cc or 1 ml of pure contrast media to the patient to check if there is any reaction or adverse effect to the patient?

A

Sensitivity testing

25
Q

Symptoms of mild reaction to contrast media?

A

Metallic taste in mouth

Nausea

Flushing of skin

Mild urticaria (hives)

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