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The nurse is reviewing an anaphylaxis simulation with a group of nursing students. The situation presented to the students is that a client has experienced a bee sting and a nurse suspects anaphylaxis.
 
  Which information by the student nurses demonstrates correct understanding of anaphylaxis? A) Anaphylaxis is a type II allergic reaction to a substance.
  B) In anaphylaxis, the antigen antibody reaction works to the client's benefit.
  C) The release of a chemical in the body, such as histamine, causes reactions that affect the respiratory system.
  D) Anaphylaxis is life threatening.

Question 2

A nurse is caring for a client who has just undergone an organ transplant surgery. Which
  nursing intervention should the nurse perform in case a rejection response is seen in a
  client?
 
  A) Administer prescribed specific anti-rejection medication
  B) Ensure that the client does not entertain any visitors
  C) Ensure that the client consumes only a liquid diet after surgery
  D) Administer prescribed cytokines through injection



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In anaphylaxis, the antigenantibody reaction works to the person's detriment. The release of chemicals in the body, such as histamine, causes reactions affecting several body systems (systemic). Anaphylaxis (anaphylactic shock) is a type I allergic, life-threatening reaction to a substance. A severe type I reaction occurs within minutes of exposure. Anaphylaxis is life threatening.

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