Immunologic Disorders - Final Exam
2026 Questions and Answers
Anaphylaxis manifestations - Correct answer-sudden onset of generalized urticaria,
angioedema, flushing, pruritus, respiratory distress (stridor, wheezing, dyspnea,
increased work of breathing, persistent cough, cyanosis), vomiting, abdominal
pain, hypotension, dysrhythmia, chest pain, collapse
What is the most important intervention in acute management of anaphylaxis? -
Correct answer-epinephrine and airway management
Anaphylaxis interventions - Correct answer-epinephrine, intubate if needed,
recumbent position, oxygen, normal saline rapid bolus, albuterol for
bronchospasm, H1 and H2 antihistamines, IV glucocorticoid, continuous
hemodynamic monitoring
Interventions for altered immune response - Correct answer-address ineffective
airway clearance, cardiac output, and self-health management
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,During a clinical spot conference, the nursing instructor is discussing factors
related to the risk of anaphylaxis. Select all statements that properly describe
allergic and anaphylactic reactions.
A.) The severity depends on the degree of allergy
B.) The severity of previous reactions determines the severity of subsequent
reactions
C.) The severity depends on the dose of the allergen
D.) The severity of pervious reactions does not determine the severity of
subsequent reactions - Correct answer-A, C, D
Which reaction would be consistent with a mild reaction to an allergen?
A.) bronchospasm
B.) warmth
C.) cough
D.) tearing of the eyes - Correct answer-D
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, When reviewing the chart of a patient diagnosed with allergic rhinitis, the nurse
understands that this allergic disorder is caused by which type of hypersensitivity
reaction?
A.) type I
B.) type II
C.) type III
D.) type IV - Correct answer-A
A patient is being seen in the dermatology clinic for urticaria. The nurse would
expect which medication to be prescribed for the patient?
A.) pseudoephedrine (Sudafed)
B.) diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
C.) dexamethasone (Decadron)
D.) cromolyn sodium (NasalCrom) - Correct answer-B
What is the most common risk in developing a latex allergy?
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2026 Questions and Answers
Anaphylaxis manifestations - Correct answer-sudden onset of generalized urticaria,
angioedema, flushing, pruritus, respiratory distress (stridor, wheezing, dyspnea,
increased work of breathing, persistent cough, cyanosis), vomiting, abdominal
pain, hypotension, dysrhythmia, chest pain, collapse
What is the most important intervention in acute management of anaphylaxis? -
Correct answer-epinephrine and airway management
Anaphylaxis interventions - Correct answer-epinephrine, intubate if needed,
recumbent position, oxygen, normal saline rapid bolus, albuterol for
bronchospasm, H1 and H2 antihistamines, IV glucocorticoid, continuous
hemodynamic monitoring
Interventions for altered immune response - Correct answer-address ineffective
airway clearance, cardiac output, and self-health management
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,During a clinical spot conference, the nursing instructor is discussing factors
related to the risk of anaphylaxis. Select all statements that properly describe
allergic and anaphylactic reactions.
A.) The severity depends on the degree of allergy
B.) The severity of previous reactions determines the severity of subsequent
reactions
C.) The severity depends on the dose of the allergen
D.) The severity of pervious reactions does not determine the severity of
subsequent reactions - Correct answer-A, C, D
Which reaction would be consistent with a mild reaction to an allergen?
A.) bronchospasm
B.) warmth
C.) cough
D.) tearing of the eyes - Correct answer-D
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, When reviewing the chart of a patient diagnosed with allergic rhinitis, the nurse
understands that this allergic disorder is caused by which type of hypersensitivity
reaction?
A.) type I
B.) type II
C.) type III
D.) type IV - Correct answer-A
A patient is being seen in the dermatology clinic for urticaria. The nurse would
expect which medication to be prescribed for the patient?
A.) pseudoephedrine (Sudafed)
B.) diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
C.) dexamethasone (Decadron)
D.) cromolyn sodium (NasalCrom) - Correct answer-B
What is the most common risk in developing a latex allergy?
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