Allergies and hay fever - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Hypersensitivity is best defined as a(an): a. Disturbance in the immunologic tolerance of self-antigens b. Immunologic reaction of one person to the tissue of another person c. Altered immunologic response to an antigen that results in disease d. Undetectable immune response in the presence of antigens - ANS: C Hypersensitivity is an altered immunologic response to an antigen that results in disease or damage to the host. The other options are not accurate definitions of hypersensitivit...

NR 507 Midterm Advanced Pathophysiology Exam Latest 2024 Questions and Verified Answers 100% Correct 2024/ 2025 Chamberlain Hypersensitivity:Type 1:-Mediated IgE -inflammation due to mast cell degranultion -anaphylactic, asthma, hay fever treatment: epinephrine 2. Hypersensitivity:Type 2: -Cytotoxic reaction: tissue specific -binds to the antigen ON THE CELL SURFACE -macrophages are primary effectors cells involved cause tissue damage or alter function 3. Hypersensitivity 2: -Graves Dise...

Exam 2: NR293 / NR 293 (Latest 2024/2025 Update) Pharmacology |Review with Questions and Verified Answers| Everything Covered| 100% Correct | Grade A-Chamberlain Q: Nasal Congestion Excessive nasal secretions Inflamed and swollen nasal mucosa Primary causes Allergies URIs (common cold) Q: Decongestants: 3 Types Answer: adrenergics, anticholinergics, corticosteroids Q: Adrenergics; Answer: Largest group, Sympathomimetics Q: Anticholinergics Answer: Less...

A patient who is being admitted to the surgical unit for a hysterectomy paces the floor, repeatedly saying, "I just want this over." What should the nurse do to promote a positive surgical outcome for the patient? a. Ask the patient what her specific concerns are about the surgery. b. Reassure the patient that the surgery will be over soon and she will be fine. c. Redirect the patient's attention to the necessary preoperative preparations. d. Tell the patient she should not be so anxiou...

Rhinitis correct answers - inflammation of nasal mucosa - "hay fever" or "allergies" Rhinitis Manifestations correct answers - headache - nasal irritation and congestion - sneezing and rhinorrhea Rhinitis Interventions correct answers - antihistamines, leukotriene inhibitors, mast cell stabilizers, decongestants, antipyretics, antibiotics - supportive therapy - complementary and alternative therapy -- vitamin c, zinc, etc Sinusitis correct answers - inflammation of sinus mucous...

Hypersensitivity: Type 1 <~~> -Mediated IgE -inflammation due to mast cell degranultion -anaphylactic, asthma, hay fever treatment: epinephrine Hypersensitivity: Type 2 <~~> -Cytotoxic reaction: tissue specific -binds to the antigen ON THE CELL SURFACE -macrophages are primary effectors cells involved cause tissue damage or alter function Hypersensitivity 2 <~~> -Graves Disease (hyperthyroidism) -alters function not destroy -blood transfusions reaction- t...

NBCE Part 1 - Microbiology test questions and answers 2024 Type 1 hypersensitivity is ________________. - answer-anaphylactic (immediate) **ie. bronchial asthma, bee sting, hay fever -- allergies** What antibody & cells are associated w/ Type 1 Hypersensitivity? - answer-IgE, mast cells, basophils Mast cells makes ________________. - answer-histamine Type 2 hypersensitivity is ________________. - answer-cytotoxic What is erythroblastosis fetalis? - answer-occurs when t...

S.O.A.P Note Katherine Harris Completed by: Marissa Huettman Subjective: CC: Cough, SOB HPI: Katherine is a 16 yo female who presents with cough x 3 weeks and SOB that has developed and worsened over the last 3 days. She notes SOB with minimal exertion such as walking short distances. Pt states cold like symptoms 3 weeks ago as well but have since resolved. Pt notes feeling “wheezes” and chest tightness. Pt denies fevers, chills or sputum with cough. Pt notes rest makes SOB better. Pt...

Antihistamines: Action/Uses - Answer-Combat the effects of histamine; treat motion sickness and allergic reaction Antihistamines: side effects - Answer-Drowsiness, dizziness, loss of appetite, dry mouth, urinary retention Antihistamines: medications - Answer-Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) Loratadine (Claritin) Phenergen (Promethazine) Dimetapp (brompheniramine) Antihistamines N.C. - Answer-Use with caution with cardiac conditions, men with prostate conditions Encourage fluids May develop t...