Allergic Reaction

Question 1

Allergic Reaction

Answer 1

exaggerated immune response

Question 2

Allergen

Answer 2

something that causes an allergic reaction

Question 3

Anaphylaxis

Answer 3

Anaphylaxis shock
severe or life-threatening allergic reaction in which the blood vessels dilate, causing a drop in blood pressure, and the tissues lining the respiratory system swell, interfering with the airway

Question 4

Hives

Answer 4

red, itchy, possibly raised blotches on the skin that often result from allergic reactions

Question 5

Signs and Symptoms of Allergic reaction or Anaphylactic shock

Answer 5

Skin: itchy, hives, flush, swelling of the face, neck, hands, feet or tongue, warm tingling feelings
Respiratory: feeling tightness in throat/chest, cough, rapid breathing, labored breathing, hoarseness muffled voice, stridor, wheezing
Cardiac: increased heart rate, decreased BP
Generalized: itchy, watery eyes, headache, runny nose

Question 6

Signs and Symptoms of Shock

Answer 6

Altered mental status
Flushed, dry skin or pale, cool clammy skin
Nausea or vomiting
Changes in Vital signs; increased pulse, increased respirations, Decreased BP

Question 7

Anaphylaxis vs. mild allergic reaction

Answer 7

To be considered a severe allergic reaction, or anaphylaxis, the patient must have either respiratory distress or signs and symptoms of shock

Question 8

Epinephrine

Answer 8

hormone produced by the body. as a medication, it constricts blood vessels and dilates respiratory passages and is used to relieve severe allergic reactions