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conym5 - 07-20-09 13:10
A 20-year-old nursing student complains of asthma while on her
surgical rotation. She has developed dermatitis of her hands. Symptoms
are worsened when she is in the operating room. Which of the following
is correct?
conym5 - 07-20-09 13:10
A 20-year-old nursing student complains of asthma while on her
surgical rotation. She has developed dermatitis of her hands. Symptoms
are worsened when she is in the operating room. Which of the following
is correct?
The correct answer and explanation will be available after you answer.
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Re: immune 3
conym5 - 07-21-09 07:11 Latex allergy has become
an increasingly recognized problem. This is an IgE-mediated sensitivity to
latex products, particularly surgical gloves. Patients present with localized
urticaria at the site of contact, but can also have generalized urticaria, flushing,
wheezing, laryngeal edema, and hypotension. Skin testing with latex
extract confirms the diagnosis
#24
Re: immune 3 babbu5508 - 06-20-10 14:33 My answer is: b.
Latex allergy is a reaction to certain proteins found in natural rubber latex.Latex allergy may cause allergic reactions ranging from sneezing or a runny nose to anaphylaxis
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