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piesebel

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The overreaction of the immune system to a substance that is otherwise harmless is known as:
 
  a. hypersensitivity.
  b. hives.
  c. anaphylaxis.
  d. immunity.

Question 2

A patient can have an allergic reaction caused by intramuscular administration of a medication. This method by which an allergen enters the body is called:
 
  a. inhalation.
  b. injection.
  c. ingestion.
  d. topical.


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matt

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

Answer: a

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b


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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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