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What are two types of immune chemicals

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Histamines and leukotrienes.

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Histamines

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Part of the immune response. Make capillaries more permeable to white blood cells.

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Leukotrienes

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Bronchoconstriction, vascular permeabilization, and chemotaxis of neutrophils

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Wheezing

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High pitched whistling breath typically on expiration from bronchospasm/constriction and mucus production.

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Urticaria

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Hives

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Wheal

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Raised white spot resulting from a bite or sting or allergic reaction.

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Treatment for stings/bites

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Apply ice, place at heart level, remove jewelry for swelling, wash area

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Epinepherine administration

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Get med control orders, administer first dose and only a second if s/s not reversed in 5 minutes. Only two doses. Doses: Child 0.15 mg. Adult 0.3 mg. Contraindications: no signs of respiratory compromise or hypotension.Call ALS right away.

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Envenomation

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Act of injecting venom

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Stridor

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Harsh, high pitched respiratory sound typically on inspiration that indicates partial blockage of upper airway

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S/S Anaphylaxis

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  • Hypotension
  • Respiratory compromise
  • Urticaria
  • Facial and laryngeal edema