Description : Serum sickness is a common symptom of a. Contact dermatitis. b. Hemolytic disease of the newborn. c. Immune complex hypersensitivity d. Food allergies.
Last Answer : c. Immune complex hypersensitivity
Description : All the following are types of immediate hypersensitivities except: a. Asthma. b. Contact Dermatitis. c. Food Allergies. d. Hay Fever.
Last Answer : b. Contact Dermatitis.
Description : Type IV hypersensitivity responses: a. typically occur 72 hours after contact with the antigen b. occur in Kveim's test c. occur in contact dermatitis d. all above
Last Answer : all above
Description : Answer: b, c, d Eosinophils constitute 1% to 3% of the leukocyte population of the bloodstream. They also reside in tissues and they exhibit phagocytic capabilities. They are less ... the cycle of events that result in recruitment and activation of inflammatory cells at sites of inflammation
Last Answer : Cellular injury from oxidants may be manifest by which of the following? a. Cell membrane lipid peroxidation b. DNA strand breaks c. Cytoskeletal disassembly d. ATP depletion
Description : In allergic reaction: a. Arthus reaction is a type IV reaction b. anaphylaxis occurs in patients who have had no previous exposure to the offending substance c. contact dermatitis is a type IV reaction d. positive Mantoux test is a type III reaction
Last Answer : contact dermatitis is a type IV reaction
Description : Which one of the following allergens is NOT associated with contact dermatitis? a. Foods b. Cosmetics c. Poison ivy d. Jewlery
Last Answer : a. Foods
Description : Exercise sometimes also causes allergies, usually in the form of a. Anaphylaxis b. An asthma attack. c. Hives. d. Edema.
Last Answer : b. An asthma attack.
Description : What is Allergic Rhinitis? -Biology
Last Answer : answer:
Description : How to cure allergic rhinitis permanently?
Last Answer : You can cure allergic rhinitis permanently by doing some simple steps--- *Don't use air conditioning during pollen season. *Stay away from areas where there is heavy dust, mites and molds. *Stay away from pets also.
Description : Select the H1 antihistaminic which is used topically in the nose for allergic rhinitis (a) Deep intra-abdominal operation (b) Trachial intubation (c) Tetanus (d) Diagonosis of myasthenia gravis
Last Answer : Ans: D
Description : Following agent is generally used in allergic rhinitis (a) Beclomethasone (b) Fluticasone (c) Triamcinolone (d) All of the above
Description : Sodium cromoglycate has a role in the treatment of the following conditions except: A. Chronic bronchial asthma B. Chronic urticaria C. Chronic allergic rhinitis D. Chronic allergic conjunctivitis
Last Answer : B. Chronic urticaria
Description : Select the H1 antihistaminic which is used topically in the nose for allergic rhinitis: A. Loratadine B. Cetirizine C. Fexofenadine D. Azelastine
Last Answer : D. Azelastine
Description : 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 ... minutes after exposure to latex, an immediate hypersensitivity (type I) allergic reaction has occurred.
Last Answer : 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.
Description : A patient presents complaining of a stomach upset 48 hours after starting a course of antibiotic for oral infection, this is an example of, A. Type I allergic reaction B. Nervous disorder C. Side effect of the drug D. Type IV hypersensitivity reaction E. Pyloric stenosis
Last Answer : C. Side effect of the drug
Description : Systemic _____ is the most dangerous form of a Type I Hypersensitivity. a. Anaphylaxis b. Unconsciousness c. Edema d. Prostaglandins
Last Answer : a. Anaphylaxis
Description : In Type I hypersensitivity the first dose of antigen is the _____. a. Immunizing Dose b. Sensitizing Dose c. Allergizing Dose d. Activating Dose
Last Answer : b. Sensitizing Dose
Description : The transfusion reaction that arises from the mixing of incompatible blood types illustrates a/an a. Form of lupus erythematous. b. Type i hypersensitivity. c. Immune complex reaction. d. Cytotoxic hypersensitivity.
Last Answer : d. Cytotoxic hypersensitivity.
Description : : DiGeorge syndrome and X-linked (Bruton) agammaglobulinemia differ in the a. Type of antibody produced by the immune system. b. Lymphocytes that the body fails to produce. c. Systems affected by the respective diseases. d. Type of hypersensitivity that ensues
Last Answer : c. Systems affected by the respective diseases.
Description : Which one of the following applies to the disease systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)? a. It is a type of cytotoxic hypersensitivity. b. It is often accompanied by a butterfly rash. c. It is due to an overreaction of T lymphocytes. d. It is the result of a cellular hypersensitivity.
Last Answer : d. It is the result of a cellular hypersensitivity.
Description : A cytotoxic hypersensitivity would occur if blood type is transfused into a person with blood type a. A;AB b. 0; AB c. A; 0 d. 0; B
Last Answer : a. A;AB
Description : Which of the following mediates Type I hypersensitivity reaction? A- IgE B- IgG C- IgM D- IgD
Last Answer : IgE
Description : WHAT IS THE ICD-10 CODE FOR Allergic dermatitis due to slow-acting insulin?
Last Answer : Feel Free to Answer
Description : Neutrophilia is most frequently seen in association with which of the following? C A. Allergic dermatitis B. Fungal esophagitis C. Bacterial pneumonia D. Viral encephalitis
Last Answer : Bacterial pneumonia
Description : Neutrophilia is most frequently seen in association with which of the following? C A. Allergic dermatitis B. Fungal esophagitis C. Bacterial pneumonia D. None of these
Description : : _____ is an exaggerated or inappropriate immune defense that is causing the problems in an affected individual. a. Hypersensitivity b. Autoimmune disease c. AIDS d. HIV
Last Answer : a. Hypersensitivity
Description : Hashimoto disease and Graves‘ disease are similar in that both a. Affect the thyroid gland. b. Affect the red blood cells. c. Are forms of cellular hypersensitivity? d. Are accompanied by histamine release.
Last Answer : b. Affect the red blood cells.
Description : During the course of a cellular hypersensitivity a. Antibodies react with antigens in tissues. b. Serotonin and histamine are released by cells. c. Immune complexes form on blood vessel surfaces. d. A skin thickening called an induration may form.
Last Answer : b. Serotonin and histamine are released by cells.
Description : In which of the following cell mediated immunity (CMI) participates? A.Delayed hypersensitivity reaction B.Graft versus host reaction C.Allograft rejection D.All of the above
Last Answer : D.All of the above
Last Answer : .All of the above
Description : Biological response modifiers like GM-CSF are used in conjunction with anticancer drugs for the following purpose(s): A. To enhance antitumour activity of the drug B. To prevent hypersensitivity reactions to ... . To hasten recovery from drug induced myelosuppression D. Both A' and C' are correct
Last Answer : C. To hasten recovery from drug induced myelosuppressio
Description : Which adverse drug effect is more common in children than in adults: A. Isoniazid induced neuropathy B. Chlorpromazine induced muscle dystonia C. Digoxin induced cardiac arrhythmia D. Penicillin hypersensitivity
Last Answer : B. Chlorpromazine induced muscle dystonia
Description : Can spring allergies cause "allergic asthma"?
Last Answer : Allergic asthma can be triggered by mold allergies as well as pollen. It’s a good idea to see a doctor for relief. It may be a combination of an inhaler and medication.
Description : my dog has just been diagnosed with a severe allergic reaction (pollen and mold prob.) My vet put her on steroids and an antibiotic for an infected area as well as smaller pink irritated areas. I want to find a holistic approach for her allergies.?
Last Answer : You can give your dog benadryl, but this is the best homeopathic remedy: http://www.squidoo.com/dogallergy
Description : Two major drawbacks to the use of ______ is allergies and beta- lactamases produced by resistant bacteria. a. Tetracycline b. Penicillin c. Cephalosporin d. Bacitracin
Last Answer : b. Penicillin
Description : An example of infection allergy is the _______. a. Skin test for allergies b. Arthus phenomenon c. Poison ivy d. Tuberculin test
Last Answer : d. Tuberculin test
Description : The most important preformed mediator of allergic reactions is/are a. Prostaglandin b. Interleukin c. Histamine d. Leukotrienes
Last Answer : c. Histamine
Description : The presence of IgM antibodies in the blood indicates a. An early stage of an infection. b. A chronic infection. c. An allergic reaction is occurring. d. Humoral immunity has yet to start.
Last Answer : a. An early stage of an infection.
Description : Contact dermatitis?
Last Answer : DefinitionContact dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin caused by direct contact with an irritating substance.See also: Poison ivy - oak - sumacAlternative NamesDermatitis - contact; Allergic ... solvents, or other chemicals. The reaction usually resembles a burn.Allergic contact dermatitis,
Description : Contact dermatitis, which of the following are common irritants? A. Water (Missed. B. temperature extremes (Missed. C. Frictional abrasives (Missed. D. Nickel Ans: D 123. Atopic eczema induces lichenification A. True B. False
Last Answer : Ans: A
Description : Irritants cause more contact dermatitis than allergens do? A. True B. False
Description : In this condition, there is a scaly dermatitis affecting parts of the skin that are supplied by oil glands. A. chronic dermatitis B. contact dermatitis C. eczema D. seborrheic dermatitis
Description : Dengue fever is transmitted primarily by a. contact with body fluids. b. contaminated water and food. c. arthropods. d. None of the above( A-C) is correct.
Last Answer : d. None of the above( A-C) is correct.
Description : Two methods for transmitting leprosy are a. Arthropod Bites And Fomites. b. Skin Contact And Respiratory Droplets. c. Arthropod Bites And Contaminated Food. d. Contaminated Water And Food.
Last Answer : b. Skin Contact And Respiratory Droplets.
Description : Leprosy can be contracted by contact with a. Contaminated Water. b. Insects. c. Nasal Secretions. d. Contaminated Food.
Last Answer : c. Nasal Secretions.
Description : Delayed allergy reaction (type IV allergic reaction) is: a) An An allergic or immune response that begins within a period lasting from a few minutes to about an hour after exposure to ... of antigen-antibody complexes that cause tissue damage e) An allergic disorder which is transferred genetically.
Last Answer : Ans: B
Description : Immediate allergy reaction (type I allergic reaction) is: a) An allergic or immune response that begins within a period lasting from a few minutes to about an hour after exposure to an ... cause tissue damage e) It occurs during blood transfusion reactions and in hemolytic disease of the newborn.
Description : Which of the foLlowing is NOT a transmission mechanism for hepatitis B? a. Sexual contact b. Non-sterile body piercing equipment c. Fecal-oral route d. Blood-contaminated needles
Last Answer : c. Fecal-oral route
Description : Hanta virus is present in the desert southwest for those in contact with a. Mouse Droppings b. Ticks; Leukocytes c. Mosquitoes d. Prairie Dogs
Last Answer : a. Mouse Droppings