Anaphylactic Shock and Allergic Reactions Quiz

What is the first line of treatment for a patient experiencing anaphylactic shock?

• Antihistamines

• Epinephrine or an epinephrine autoinjector (EpiPen)

• Corticosteroids

• Oxygen therapy

How should epinephrine be administered in an emergency situation involving anaphylactic shock?

• Orally

• Intravenously

• Intramuscularly, usually in the upper thigh

• Subcutaneously in the arm

What should you do immediately after administering an epinephrine autoinjector to a patient?

• Wait for the patient to recover on their own

• Immediately call 911 for advanced medical care

• Give the patient water

• Apply a cold compress to the injection site

Which of the following best defines anaphylactic shock?

• A mild skin rash caused by an allergen

• A systemic allergic reaction that can be life-threatening without immediate medical intervention

• A chronic respiratory condition

• A digestive disorder caused by food allergies

What is the definition of an allergic reaction?

• A condition of sensitivity in which the immune system reacts abnormally to a foreign substance

• A viral infection of the respiratory tract

• A genetic disorder affecting the immune system

• A psychological response to stress

If a patient loses consciousness and stops breathing after an allergic reaction, what should you do?

• Wait for emergency services to arrive

• Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

• Give them water

• Move them to a sitting position

What is an allergy?

• An abnormal or hypersensitive reaction to an allergen

• A normal response to medication

• A type of bacterial infection

• A genetic disorder

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of mild allergic reactions?

• Hives

• Itching

• Nasal congestion

• High fever

What is the usual treatment for mild allergic reactions?

• Over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream and an antihistamine

• Antibiotics

• Surgery

• Insulin injection

Which of the following symptoms may indicate a moderate or severe allergic reaction?

• Abdominal pain and convulsions

• Sneezing only

• Mild headache

• Slight cough