What patient teaching should be included for prevention of HIV?
Never share or reuse needles. Limit number of sexual partners. Use protection.
What type of immunity is passed through breast milk?
Passive Immunity
Common foods that can cause anaphylaxis
hotdogs, sausage, prime rib, bologna
agave, blueberries, coconut, apples
nuts, eggs, milk, shellfish, strawberries, soy
pickles, olives, potatoes, broccoli
Name that autoimmune disease.
Psoriasis
Name one patient teaching you would advise the client on for hypersensitivity?
Wear medical alert bracelet. Reduce exposure to allergen. Keep epinephrine kit with you at all times incase of anaphylactic shock.
What is active immunity?
immunity gained from being active
immunity gained from antibodies harvested from animals
immunity from being bit by a radioactive spider
person's cells manufacture antibodies that provide immunity
What is an autoimmune disease?
Your immune system attacks healthy cells in your body by mistake
What is the purpose of Retrovir (zidovudine) in HIV patients?
Reduce viral load - slows the progression of the virus
Name that Autoimmune disease.
Pemphigus vulgaris - rare condition caused by a problem with the immune system. It causes blisters in the mouth and on the skin. It can be very serious.
What are the signs of inflammatory reaction?
Heat, redness, swelling, and pain
Which of these is not a side effects of epinephrine?
hypertension
palpitations
tachycardia
itching
Which organs are part of the immune system?
Bone marrow, spleen, lymph nodes, thymus, appendix, tonsils and adenoids
What should patient diagnosed neutropenia stay away from?
Flowers, fresh fruits, fresh vegetables.
What are a few of the signs and symptoms of hypersensitivity disorders?