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Haya94

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on: Jul 2, 2018
Which of the following statements explains why patients experiencing a moderate or severe allergic reaction have difficulty breathing?
 
  a. Oxygen molecules are being used up by allergens.
  b. The brain's respiratory center is being depressed.
  c. The bronchioles constrict and are clogged by thick secretions.
  d. The workload on the heart has increased.

Question 2

You are called to the lodge to help a patient who has developed an allergic reaction after taking an antibiotic medication. You would describe this route of exposure as:
 
  a. injection.
  b. contact.
  c. ingestion.
  d. inhalation.


leeeep

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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: c

Answer to Question 2

Answer: c


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