Anaphylaxis Is a Minor Side Effect of Allergies

question 34

True/False

Anaphylaxis is a minor side effect of allergies.

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Definitions:

Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Bleeding occurring anywhere along the gastrointestinal tract, from the mouth to the rectum, which can manifest as vomit or stool that is bloody or black.

Packed Red Blood Cells

Red blood cells that have been separated for transfusion, used to treat or prevent symptoms of anemia.

Gauge Needle

A measure of needle thickness, with higher gauge numbers indicating thinner needles commonly used for injections.

Vastus Lateralis

A large muscle on the side of the thigh, part of the quadriceps group, important for extending the knee and stabilizing the leg.