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Allergies and Anaphylaxis-CH33
Mosby's Paramedic Textbook 3ED-R
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Health Care
Undergraduate 1
05/30/2012

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What antibody starts an allergic reaction
Definition
IgG or IgM
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What immunoglobulin is a basophil
Definition
IgE
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What type of allergic reaction is the most dramatic
Definition
Type 1
Term
What is the most common cause of a anaphylatic reaction
Definition
Drug admin esp. PCN
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These cells are the most potent bronchoconstrictors which cause wheezing
Definition
Leukotrienes
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These cells are thought to deactivate leukotrienes
Definition
Eosinophils
Term
How does histamine affect the body
Definition
increases permeability, dilation of capillaries and venules, contraction of smooth muscle in the GI tract and bronchial tree
Term
How does anaphylaxis affect the cardiovascular system
Definition
The patient may complain of chest pain and dysrhythmias are common
Term
What is the most visible sign that distinguishes anaphylaxis from other medical conditions
Definition
skin
Term
what is urticaria
Definition
diffuse redness and hives
Term
What is the cause of most anaphylaxis deaths
Definition
upper airway swelling and obstruction
Term
In what time frame do S&S of anaphylaxis usually appear
Definition
1-30 min
Term
when is early, elective intubation indicated for anaphylaxis patients
Definition
patients with hoarseness, lingual edema, and posterior or oropharyngeal swelling
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What is the secondary drug to treat anaphylaxis if the patient does not respond to epi?
Definition
glucagon
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