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Zulu123

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Caregivers of children with food allergies should recognize the signs and symptoms of anaphylactic shock, which include ____.
 A) tingling in the mouth, swelling of the lips, and difficulty breathing
  B) irritability, lethargy, and somnolence
  C) hypertension, slow heart rate, and sweating
  D) low serum potassium and high serum calcium

Question 2

Once a food allergy has been diagnosed, the required treatment is ____.
 A) epinephrine injection
  B) strict elimination of the offending food
  C) administration of an antihistamine medication
  D) daily iodine supplements



stanleka1

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B



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