Chapter 4: Anaphylaxis

Question 1

What is Anaphylaxis?

Answer 1

A serious, life-threatening allergic reaction, usually to foods, insects stings, medications and latex.

Question 2

Initial symptoms of anaphylaxis can start as soon as?

Answer 2

5min after coming in contact with an allergen.

Question 3

What are some warning signs of anaphylaxis?

Answer 3

Difficult swallowing, wheezing, chest tightness and hives.

Question 4

Many people use the term anaphylaxis and anaphylactic?

Answer 4

Shock interchangeably.

Question 5

Anaphylactic shock is a complication of anaphylaxis, when does it occurs?

Answer 5

when blood pressure drops extremely low with poor oxygen flow to the organs.

Question 6

Does an individual in Anaphylactic shock may also lose consciousness?

Answer 6

Yes.

Question 7

Anaphylaxis requires immediate medication treatment including?

Answer 7

A prompt injection of epinephrine.

Question 8

If Anaphylaxis is not treated immediately can be fatal?

Answer 8

Yes.

Question 9

Anaphylactic shock may require additional treatment including?

Answer 9

Oxygen therapy, vasopressors to raise blood pressure, corticosteroids and intravenous fluid.