QUESTION 1
A severe allergic response can cause death
True
False
QUESTION 2
Allergies are the _______ leading chronic disease in the U.S.
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5th |
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8th |
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10th |
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15th |
QUESTION 3
Allergic reactions manifest as
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skin reactions such as itching or hives |
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respiratory reactions such as wheezing or shortness of breath |
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GI reactions such as nausea or vomiting |
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All of the above |
QUESTION 1
A severe allergic response can cause death
True (severe anaphylactic shock can lead to death)
QUESTION 2
Allergies are the _______ leading chronic disease in the U.S.
5th
QUESTION 3
Allergic reactions manifest as
All of the above
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