Which of the Following Allergies and Treatments Is Mismatched

Multiple Choice

Which of the following allergies and treatments is mismatched?

A) insect bite/sting allergy: continued preemptive treatment with an injected antibody preparation that ties up the patient's IgE antibodies
B) food allergy: managed on a contact basis using antihistamines like Benadryl
C) allergic asthma: inhaled drugs that open up the bronchi
D) atopic dermatitis: usually treated topically with ointments that may contain steroid anti- inflammatory drugs
E) anaphylaxis: epinephrine may be administered and emergency medical care must be sought