ALLERGY & ANAPHYLAXIS TEST GUIDE REVIEW EXAM

Which statement best defines an allergic reaction?

A. A bacterial infection of the skin
B. An exaggerated immune response to a substance
B. An exaggerated immune response to a substance
C. A response caused directly by a bee sting
D. A viral illness
Which two chemicals released by the immune system contribute to an allergic reaction?

A. Histamine and epinephrine
B. Histamine and leukotrienes
B. Histamine and leukotrienes
C. Insulin and glucagon
D. Dopamine and serotonin
Anaphylaxis is best described as:

A. A localized allergic reaction
B. An extreme, life-threatening allergic reaction involving multiple organ systems
B. An extreme, life-threatening allergic reaction involving multiple organ systems
C. A skin infection
D. A respiratory infection
Which of the following is NOT one of the three common signs of anaphylaxis?

A. Urticaria
D. Bradycardia
B. Angioedema
C. Wheezing
D. Bradycardia
Urticaria is another name for:

A. Bruising
B. Hives
B. Hives
C. Blisters
D. Cyanosis
Angioedema refers to:

A. Generalized itching
B. Localized swelling
B. Localized swelling
C. A skin infection
D. Muscle spasms
Inspiratory stridor indicates:

A. Lower airway narrowing
B. Upper airway narrowing
B. Upper airway narrowing
C. Heart failure
D. Hyperventilation
Which food is listed as a common trigger of anaphylaxis?

A. Apples
C. Shellfish
B. Rice
C. Shellfish
D. Potatoes



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