Emergency Care 14th Edition Chapter 23
Emergency Care 14th Edition Chapter 23 allergen - answer-something that causes and allergic reaction allergic reaction - answer-an exaggerated immune response anaphylaxis - answer-a severe or life-threatening allergic reaction in which the blood vessels dilate, causing a drop in blood pressure, and the tissues lining the respiratory system swell, interfering with the airway. Also called anaphylactic shock. auto-injector - answer-a syringe preloaded with medication that has a spring-loaded device that pushes the needle through the skin when the tip of the device is pressed firmly against the body epinephrine - answer-a hormone produced by the body. As a medication, it dilates respiratory p
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