The nursing student is studying hypersensitivity reactions. Which ...

[Mr.Thesaxman]

The nursing student is studying hypersensitivity reactions. Which reactions are correctly matched with their hypersensitivity types? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Type I - Examples include hay fever and anaphylaxis
  b. Type II - Mediated by action of immunoglobulin M (IgM)
  c. Type III - Immune complex deposits in blood vessel walls
  d. Type IV - Examples are poison ivy and transplant rejection
  e. Type V - Examples include a positive tuberculosis test and sarcoidosis

Question 2

A client having severe allergy symptoms has received several doses of IV antihistamines. What action by the nurse is most important?
 
  a. Assess the client's bedside glucose reading.
  b. Instruct the client not to get up without help.
  c. Monitor the client frequently for tachycardia. d.
  Record the client's intake, output, and weight.

[Melissahxx]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, C, D
Type I reactions are mediated by immunoglobulin E (IgE) and include hay fever, anaphylaxis, and allergic asthma. Type III reactions consist of immune complexes that form and deposit in the walls of blood vessels. Type IV reactions include responses to poison ivy exposure, positive tuberculosis tests, and graft rejection. Type II reactions are mediated by immunoglobulin G, not IgM. Type V reactions include Graves' disease and B-cell gammopathies.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Antihistamines can cause drowsiness, so for the client's safety, he or she should be instructed to call for assistance prior to trying to get up. Hyperglycemia and tachycardia are side effects of sympathomimetics. Fluid and sodium retention are side effects of corticosteroids.

[Mr.Thesaxman]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[bulacsom]

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