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During a primary assessment, which of the following findings would most lead you to suspect an allergic reaction?
 
  a. Hives on the face and neck
  b. Blood pressure of 100/60 mmHg
  c. Heart rate of 55 beats per minute
  d. A complaint of dizziness

Question 2

A patient who is responsive only to painful stimuli is covered with hives. He has labored respirations and a weak and tachycardic pulse. His vital signs are pulse 128, respirations 24, and blood pressure 80/50 mmHg. Given this presentation, you would suspect:
 
  a. hypotension.
  b. an anaphylactic reaction.
  c. a stroke.
  d. a head injury.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: a

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b



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