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Question 1

What is an allergic reaction

Answer 1

An exaggerated immune response to a substance

Question 2

What is an allergen

Answer 2

A substance that causes an allergic reaction

Question 3

What is anaphylaxis

Answer 3

A severe reaction to an allergen that has entered the body. the immune system releases histamines which can damage body systems

Question 4

What are common causes of anaphylaxis

Answer 4

Foods insect stings medications latex

Question 5

What are the two most common signs of anaphylaxis

Answer 5

Urticaria (hives) and airway swelling

Question 6

What are respiratory symptoms of anaphylaxis

Answer 6

Wheezing stridor dyspnea tightness in chest or throat

Question 7

What are cardiovascular symptoms of anaphylaxis

Answer 7

Hypotension weak pulse dizziness syncope

Question 8

What are skin signs of an allergic reaction

Answer 8

Flushed skin itching hives (urticaria) swelling (angioedema)

Question 9

What gastrointestinal symptoms can occur with anaphylaxis

Answer 9

Nausea vomiting diarrhea abdominal pain

Question 10

How quickly can anaphylaxis occur

Answer 10

Within seconds to minutes of exposure

Question 11

What is the treatment for anaphylaxis

Answer 11

Administer epinephrine provide oxygen and rapid transport

Question 12

What is the preferred route for epinephrine administration in anaphylaxis

Answer 12

Intramuscular (IM) injection

Question 13

What is the adult dose of epinephrine via auto-injector

Answer 13

0.3 mg IM

Question 14

What is the pediatric dose of epinephrine via auto-injector

Answer 14

0.15 mg IM

Question 15

Where is epinephrine administered

Answer 15

Lateral thigh (vastus lateralis muscle)

Question 16

What does epinephrine do

Answer 16

Constricts blood vessels relaxes airway muscles increases heart rate

Question 17

When should you assist with epinephrine administration

Answer 17

When the patient has a prescription and meets criteria

Question 18

What should you do after giving epinephrine

Answer 18

Reassess airway breathing circulation and prepare for transport

Question 19

What is the priority if the patient is not breathing or has no pulse

Answer 19

Begin CPR and follow BLS protocols

Question 20

What should you ask in SAMPLE history for allergy patients

Answer 20

Known allergies exposure prior reactions epinephrine use

Question 21

What is the difference between mild and severe allergic reactions

Answer 21

Mild reactions are localized while severe involve respiratory or circulatory compromise

Question 22

A 24-year-old woman was stung by a bee and now has hives wheezing and low blood pressure

Answer 22

Anaphylaxis administer epinephrine and transport rapidly

Question 23

A child ate a peanut butter cookie and now has facial swelling difficulty breathing and is vomiting

Answer 23

Anaphylaxis administer pediatric epinephrine auto-injector and provide oxygen

Question 24

A man with a known shellfish allergy eats shrimp and develops hives but has no trouble breathing or blood pressure issues

Answer 24

Mild allergic reaction monitor and transport if needed no epinephrine unless it progresses

Question 25

A woman with a latex allergy develops a rash and slight swelling 10 minutes after putting on gloves

Answer 25

Mild allergic reaction remove exposure monitor closely

Question 26

A man presents with confusion low blood pressure wheezing and hives after taking a new antibiotic

Answer 26

Anaphylactic shock give epinephrine and support airway and circulation

Question 27

A teen has throat tightness hoarse voice and trouble swallowing after eating kiwi

Answer 27

Airway compromise from anaphylaxis administer epinephrine and prepare for airway support

Question 28

A girl with no known allergies suddenly develops severe urticaria and shortness of breath after taking an ibuprofen

Answer 28

Suspect new allergic reaction with anaphylaxis give epinephrine and monitor ABCs

Question 29

A patient is unconscious and pulseless shortly after a bee sting

Answer 29

Begin CPR and BLS request ALS administer epinephrine if available

Question 30

A boy who received epinephrine for anaphylaxis now has a fast heart rate and is anxious but breathing well

Answer 30

Continue monitoring provide oxygen and transport immediately

Question 31

A patient has hives and states they feel like their throat is closing but are still speaking clearly

Answer 31

Administer epinephrine early and prepare for potential airway obstruction

Question 32

What must be present to diagnose anaphylaxis

Answer 32

Airway breathing or circulatory compromise

Question 33

Why is early epinephrine administration important

Answer 33

It greatly improves outcomes and prevents rapid deterioration

Question 34

What are expected side effects of epinephrine

Answer 34

Increased heart rate anxiety and pale skin

Question 35

When might a second dose of epinephrine be needed

Answer 35

If symptoms return or worsen after the first dose

Question 36

What is a biphasic reaction

Answer 36

When allergic symptoms return hours after the first reaction resolved

Question 37

What is the most dangerous symptom of anaphylaxis

Answer 37

Airway swelling

Question 38

When should you contact medical control for epinephrine

Answer 38

If your protocol requires permission to administer it

Question 39

How often should you reassess ABCs in an allergic reaction

Answer 39

Frequently because condition can worsen quickly

Question 40

What are signs of anaphylactic shock

Answer 40

Cool pale clammy skin weak pulse and low blood pressure

Question 41

What should you document after giving epinephrine

Answer 41

Time of administration patient response and any changes