AMIGABLE, GRANT KENNETH D.

BSN 3A
DEFINE THE CAUSATIVE AGENT SIGNS AND NURSING TREATMENT
DISEASE SYMPTOMS INTERVENTIONS
A hypersensitivity Abstract. Sneezing. Administer Epinephrine Antihistamines. Your
reaction is an Hypersensitivity as an Itching of the nose, eyes if the patient has provider may prescribe
overreaction of your immunological or roof of the mouth. anaphylaxis. an antihistamine or
immune system to dysfunction is defined Provide oxygen. recommend a
Runny, stuffy nose.
something that would as exaggerated or nonprescription
Watery, red or swollen Start 2 large-bore IVs.
not usually cause an inappropriate response antihistamine such
immune response. This of the immune system, eyes (conjunctivitis) Monitor respiration and as diphenhydramine
leads to allergy which is mostly targeted prepare for intubation. (Benadryl). An
symptoms. at innocuous antigens Educate patients on the antihistamine can block
with consequent tissue avoidance of allergic immune system
damage. foods. chemicals triggered
Be ready to perform during an allergic
CPR. reaction
Monitor vital signs.
Teach the patient to
wear an ID bracelet.