Reactions
an exaggerated immune response
What is an allergic reaction?
Something that causes allergic reactions
What is an allergen?
The amount of time an EpiPen should be held in place
What is 10 seconds?
A life-threatening condition that compromises ABC's
What is anaphylaxis?
A common medication known to cause allergic reactions.
What is Penicillin?
The appropriate dose for pediatrics
What is 0.15 mg?
Itching, sneezing, coughing, localized hives, redness, and swelling.
What are signs and symptoms of a mild allergic reaction?
EMT's and patients with multiple surgeries are most susceptible to developing an allergy to _______.
What is latex?
A hormone produced by the body.
What is epinephrine?
Nausea, Vomiting, Flushed, dry skin or pale, cool, clammy skin, altered mental status, increased heart rate, decreased blood pressure.
What are signs and symptoms of anaphylatic shock?
This chemical is released into the bloodstream during an allergic reaction
What is Histamine?
The appropriate dose, route, and injection site when administering an EpiPen to an adult patient.
What is 0.3 mg intramuscularly in the lateral (outer) mid-thigh.