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washai

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on: Sep 14, 2018
What is anaphylaxis?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Identify the four categories of allergens and provide an example from each.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


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Sammyo

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Reply #1 on: Sep 14, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Anaphylaxis is a form of shock that is life-threatening. The victim may experience a range of symptoms, including difficulty breathing (with or without bluish discoloration around the lips and nailbeds), swelling of the mouth and/or eyelids, itching and hives, anxiety and restlessness. Teachers should call for emergency medical assistance (911). If the victim has an EpiPen, it should be administered at once.

Answer to Question 2

Inhalant: pollen, molds, dust, dander
Ingestants: milk, eggs, wheat, nuts and peanuts, shellfish Contactants: wool, grass, lotions
Injectables: medications, bee stings


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Reply 2 on: Sep 14, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Wow, this really help

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