Exam 1: NCOA Questions with Answers Graded
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action of histamine in allergic reactions vasodilation, smooth muscle contraction,
increased vascular permeability, increased mucus secretions
assessing/contraindications related to proceeding with the skin test corticosteroids and
antihistamines should be stopped at least 48 hours before testing
cause of hypernatremia hypertonic TF without water supplements, hyperventilation,
diabetes insipidus, inadequate water intake, some OTC medications
cause of hyponatremia vomiting, diuretics, burns & wound drainage, excessive fluid
intake, SIADH (syndrome of inappropriate secretion of antidiuretic hormone)
cause/risk factors of hyperkalemia renal failure, use of potassium
supplements/potassium sparing diuretics, burns, crushing injuries, severe infection, ACE
inhibitors
,cause/risk factors of hypokalemia vomiting, gastric suction, prolonged diarrhea, diuretics
and steroids, inadequate intake
causes/risk factors of FVD vomiting/diarrhea, GI suction, sweating, warm weather,
hyperthermia, decreased intake, diuretics, decrease in total body water, inability to regulate
sodium and water balance, decreased thirst perception
causes/risk factors of FVE heart failure, renal failure, liver cirrhosis, excess sodium intake,
excessive or rapid IV infusion
common assessment findings in anaphylactic shock respiratory compromise, low BP, GI
distress, skin or mucosal tissue irritation, cardiovascular compromise
common assessment findings in hypovolemic shock confusion, difficulty
breathing/tachypnea, low BP, low temp, pale or cyanotic
common causes of anaphylactic shock foods, meds, insect bites and stings
, common causes of hypovolemic shock traumatic blood loss, severe dehydration, severe
edema, ascites
common triggers of anaphylaxis foods, medications, animal serums, latex
define agglutination clumping effect occurring when an antibody acts as a cross-link
between two antigens
define antibodies a protein substance developed by the body in response to and
interacting with a specific antigen
define apoptosis programmed cell death
define immunosuppression the partial or complete suppression of the immune response
of an individual
define lymphocytes a form of small leukocyte (white blood cell) occurring especially in
the lymphatic system.
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action of histamine in allergic reactions vasodilation, smooth muscle contraction,
increased vascular permeability, increased mucus secretions
assessing/contraindications related to proceeding with the skin test corticosteroids and
antihistamines should be stopped at least 48 hours before testing
cause of hypernatremia hypertonic TF without water supplements, hyperventilation,
diabetes insipidus, inadequate water intake, some OTC medications
cause of hyponatremia vomiting, diuretics, burns & wound drainage, excessive fluid
intake, SIADH (syndrome of inappropriate secretion of antidiuretic hormone)
cause/risk factors of hyperkalemia renal failure, use of potassium
supplements/potassium sparing diuretics, burns, crushing injuries, severe infection, ACE
inhibitors
,cause/risk factors of hypokalemia vomiting, gastric suction, prolonged diarrhea, diuretics
and steroids, inadequate intake
causes/risk factors of FVD vomiting/diarrhea, GI suction, sweating, warm weather,
hyperthermia, decreased intake, diuretics, decrease in total body water, inability to regulate
sodium and water balance, decreased thirst perception
causes/risk factors of FVE heart failure, renal failure, liver cirrhosis, excess sodium intake,
excessive or rapid IV infusion
common assessment findings in anaphylactic shock respiratory compromise, low BP, GI
distress, skin or mucosal tissue irritation, cardiovascular compromise
common assessment findings in hypovolemic shock confusion, difficulty
breathing/tachypnea, low BP, low temp, pale or cyanotic
common causes of anaphylactic shock foods, meds, insect bites and stings
, common causes of hypovolemic shock traumatic blood loss, severe dehydration, severe
edema, ascites
common triggers of anaphylaxis foods, medications, animal serums, latex
define agglutination clumping effect occurring when an antibody acts as a cross-link
between two antigens
define antibodies a protein substance developed by the body in response to and
interacting with a specific antigen
define apoptosis programmed cell death
define immunosuppression the partial or complete suppression of the immune response
of an individual
define lymphocytes a form of small leukocyte (white blood cell) occurring especially in
the lymphatic system.
