Which of the following statements describes the clinical
manifestations of a delayed hypersensitivity (type IV) allergic
reaction to latex?
a) Signs and symptoms are localized to the area of exposure, usually
the back of the hands.
Clinical manifestations of a delayed hypersensitivity reaction are
localized to the area of exposure.
b) Signs and symptoms can be eliminated by changing glove brands
or using powder-free gloves.
Clinical manifestations of an irritant contact dermatitis can be
eliminated by changing glove brands or using powder-free gloves.
c) Signs and symptoms may worsen when hand lotion is applied
before donning latex gloves.
With an irritant contact dermatitis, avoid use of hand lotion before
donning gloves as this may worsen symptoms as lotions may leach
latex proteins from the gloves.
d) Signs and symptoms occur within minutes after exposure to latex.
Described as a latex allergy, when clinical manifestations occur within
minutes after exposure to latex, an immediate hypersensitivity (type I)
allergic reaction has occurred.
manifestations of a delayed hypersensitivity (type IV) allergic
reaction to latex?
a) Signs and symptoms are localized to the area of exposure, usually
the back of the hands.
Clinical manifestations of a delayed hypersensitivity reaction are
localized to the area of exposure.
b) Signs and symptoms can be eliminated by changing glove brands
or using powder-free gloves.
Clinical manifestations of an irritant contact dermatitis can be
eliminated by changing glove brands or using powder-free gloves.
c) Signs and symptoms may worsen when hand lotion is applied
before donning latex gloves.
With an irritant contact dermatitis, avoid use of hand lotion before
donning gloves as this may worsen symptoms as lotions may leach
latex proteins from the gloves.
d) Signs and symptoms occur within minutes after exposure to latex.
Described as a latex allergy, when clinical manifestations occur within
minutes after exposure to latex, an immediate hypersensitivity (type I)
allergic reaction has occurred.