Question 1

If an allergic reaction occurs days after exposure to an allergen, then the allergic response is mediated by the ____ system.

Accepted Answer

A)  hormonal 
B)  cell-mediated 
C)  autonomic 
D)  humoral 
A)  hormonal 
B)  cell-mediated 
C)  autonomic 
D)  humoral

Question 2

What is the most common cause of death due to an anaphylactic reaction?

Accepted Answer

A)  myocardial infarction 
B)  laryngeal edema 
C)  cardiac arrhythmias 
D)  hypotension 
A)  myocardial infarction 
B)  laryngeal edema 
C)  cardiac arrhythmias 
D)  hypotension

Question 3

After placing an anaphylactic patient in the supine position, what is the next step for the dental auxiliary?

Accepted Answer

A)  Open the patient's airway. 
B)  Prepare the appropriate medication for the dentist. 
C)  Administer oxygen to the patient. 
D)  Begin chest compressions. 
A)  Open the patient's airway. 
B)  Prepare the appropriate medication for the dentist. 
C)  Administer oxygen to the patient. 
D)  Begin chest compressions.

If an allergic reaction occurs days after exposure to an allergen, then the allergic response is mediated by the ____ system.

What is the most common cause of death due to an anaphylactic reaction?

After placing an anaphylactic patient in the supine position, what is the next step for the dental auxiliary?

Office Preparation

Medical History

Vital Signs

Syncope

Seizure Disorders

Diabetes

Cerebrovascular Accident CVA

Asthma

Hyperventilation

Airway Obstruction

Angina Pectoris and Myocardial Infarction

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Occupational Hazards and Emergencies

Legal Problems of Emergency Care

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Exam 13: Allergic Reaction

If an allergic reaction occurs days after exposure to an allergen, then the allergic response is mediated by the ____ system.

What is the most common cause of death due to an anaphylactic reaction?

After placing an anaphylactic patient in the supine position, what is the next step for the dental auxiliary?

Office Preparation

Medical History

Vital Signs

Syncope

Seizure Disorders

Diabetes

Cerebrovascular Accident CVA

Asthma

Hyperventilation

Airway Obstruction

Angina Pectoris and Myocardial Infarction

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Occupational Hazards and Emergencies

Legal Problems of Emergency Care

Filters