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How Much Do You Know About Allergies?
Allergies are nothing to sneeze at. Learn how to better deal with them by taking the following quiz.
1. Which of these body systems causes allergic reactions?
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Antibodies are released to protect the body against a perceived threat.
A.
Lymph
B.
Immune
C.
Nervous
D.
Autonomic
2. An allergen is anything that triggers an allergic or hypersensitive response. Which of these could be an allergen?
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All of the above.
A.
Dust
B.
Food
C.
Nickel jewelry
D.
All of the above
3. What does the body release to combat allergens?
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This causes the redness, itching and swelling associated with inflammation.
A.
Plasma
B.
Epinephrine
C.
Histamine
D.
Red blood cells
4. The most severe form of allergic reaction is called anaphylaxis. What happens?
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The throat or tongue also swells, cutting off access to air. Call 911 if someone you're with has this reaction.
A.
Blood pressure drops
B.
Breathing becomes difficult
C.
Runny nose develops
D.
A and B
5. Which of these symptoms may indicate a food allergy?
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Food allergies rarely cause a runny nose or other respiratory symptoms.
A.
Hives
B.
Runny nose
C.
Diarrhea
D.
Nausea
6. Which of these foods are most likely to trigger an allergy?
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A and B.
A.
Shellfish
B.
Wheat
C.
Celery
D.
A and B
7. More Americans are developing a sensitivity to the plant proteins in latex materials or the chemical additives used in manufacturing the materials. Who's most at risk of developing a latex allergy?
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Latex is used in surgical gloves, and people who come in close contact with the gloves inhale latex proteins.
A.
People who undergo numerous medical procedures
B.
Health care workers
C.
Children
D.
A and B
8. Pediatricians who treat children with egg allergies are cautious about using certain vaccines because they may be grown in an egg medium. Which of these vaccines warrant caution?
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A and B.
A.
MMR
B.
Flu
C.
Polio
D.
None of the above
9. Dust mites trigger indoor respiratory allergies. Where are you most likely to find them in the home?
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The mites live where people spend a long period of time. Washing sheets and blankets in hot water and using mattress and pillow covers will reduce triggers.
A.
Carpet
B.
Beds
C.
Drapes
D.
All of the above
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