Quiz 14: Allergy an Overview

Symptoms of allergies may include: A) dark circles under the eyes B) sneezing C) dermatitis D) All of these answers are correct.

Some of the most common seasonal causes of hay fever are: A) trees in the fall B) grass and weeds in the late spring C) trees in the early spring D) grass and trees in the summer

When scheduling allergy testing, you should instruct the patient to discontinue all antihistamines for how long prior to the appointment? A) 7 days B) 30 days C) 10 days D) 2-3 days

The three basic types of skin allergy tests are: A) scratch, prick, and patch tests B) epicutaneous, scratch, and prick tests C) scratch, patch, and intradermal tests D) patch, intradermal, and subcutaneous tests

When performing allergy testing, what two emergency drugs must always be kept on hand? A) epinephrine and Adrenalin B) epinephrine and diphenhydramine C) diphenhydramine and Benadryl D) epinephrine and nitroglycerin

When performing a scratch test, the patient should be instructed to lie still for how long? A) 5 minutes B) 20 minutes C) 30 minutes D) 60 minutes

All of the following are true statements regarding scratch testing except: A) Cleanse the skin with alcohol swabs before testing. B) Use the same needle for each scratch. C) Make the scratch first, then drop the allergen extracts in the scratched areas. D) Give specific instructions to the patient.

All of the following are blood tests that may aid in the diagnosis of allergies except: A) RIA B) PRIST C) RAST D) RPR

All of the following are standard treatments for allergies except: A) antibiotics B) avoidance of allergens C) drug therapy D) immunotherapy

Allergens may enter the body by: A) inhalation B) ingestion C) injection D) All of these answers are correct.

Anti-inflammatory agents that help reduce inflammation caused by allergies are called: A) corticosteroids B) decongestants C) antihistamines D) mast-cell inhibitors

A severe, life-threatening allergic reaction is called: A) desensitization B) immunotherapy C) anaphylaxis D) an allergen

Immunotherapy may be used in all of the following circumstances except: A) if the individual is unable to avoid the allergen B) if the individual cannot afford other medication C) if the symptoms of the allergy interfere with the patient's lifestyle D) if the patient does not respond to other treatments

All of the following are true statements regarding the administration of allergenic extract except: A) Extracts must be kept refrigerated. B) Sites must be rotated. C) Extracts are always administered by IM injection. D) Emergency supplies must be kept on hand.

Following injection of an allergenic extract, patients should be observed for how long? A) 5 minutes B) 10 minutes C) 15-30 minutes D) 45-60 minutes

To prevent getting stung, one should: A) run from the insect as quickly as possible B) wear loose-fitting clothing so that a trapped insect may get out C) be careful after a rainstorm when pollen is scarce and insects are easily provoked D) wear extra floral-scented lotion to confuse the insects

An allergy for which an individual is genetically predisposed is called: A) colic B) anaphylaxis C) reagin D) atopy

IgE is produced by cells of the: A) lining of the respiratory and intestinal tracts B) brain and spinal cord C) skin and mucous membranes D) heart and lungs

All of the following statements about latex allergies are true except: A) Patient allergies should be noted in red on the patient chart. B) Health care workers who are allergic to latex should not wear gloves. C) Health care workers should not wear latex gloves when performing procedures on patients who have latex allergies. D) Patients should be questioned about latex allergies prior to performance of any procedures.

Factors that may trigger symptoms of allergies include: A) fatigue and stress B) changes in temperature C) changes in humidity or atmospheric pressure D) All of these answers are correct.

Hay fever is America's number one chronic illness.

Allergies affect approximately 5 million Americans.

More people miss work and school because of allergies than any other illness.

Steroids should be discontinued for one full week prior to allergy testing.

Cromolyn sodium is indicated for both prevention and treatment of allergy symptoms.

Only patients who have asthma caused by allergies can benefit from Xolair.

Xolair is safe for use in patients of any age.

Leukotrienes help to decrease inflammation in the body to relieve allergy symptoms.

It is estimated that 25% of all deaths by envenomation are caused by honeybees.

Match each term with its meaning. a.atopy b.colic c.allergen d.allergy e.reagin f.IgE g.desensitize h.anaphylaxis i.hay fever -genetic predisposition to allergies

Match each term with its meaning. a.atopy b.colic c.allergen d.allergy e.reagin f.IgE g.desensitize h.anaphylaxis i.hay fever -lessen the sensitivity to an allergen

Match each term with its meaning. a.atopy b.colic c.allergen d.allergy e.reagin f.IgE g.desensitize h.anaphylaxis i.hay fever -protein produced by the lining of the respiratory and intestinal tracts

Match each term with its meaning. a.atopy b.colic c.allergen d.allergy e.reagin f.IgE g.desensitize h.anaphylaxis i.hay fever -spasm in a hollow organ

Match each term with its meaning. a.atopy b.colic c.allergen d.allergy e.reagin f.IgE g.desensitize h.anaphylaxis i.hay fever -allergic rhinitis

Match each term with its meaning. a.atopy b.colic c.allergen d.allergy e.reagin f.IgE g.desensitize h.anaphylaxis i.hay fever -severe hypersensitivity reaction; may be life threatening

Match each term with its meaning. a.atopy b.colic c.allergen d.allergy e.reagin f.IgE g.desensitize h.anaphylaxis i.hay fever -substance that causes an allergic reaction

Match each term with its meaning. a.atopy b.colic c.allergen d.allergy e.reagin f.IgE g.desensitize h.anaphylaxis i.hay fever -type of IgE present in atopic individuals

Match each term with its meaning. a.atopy b.colic c.allergen d.allergy e.reagin f.IgE g.desensitize h.anaphylaxis i.hay fever -individual hypersensitivity to a substance