Pectora Practice Test

The main concept here is the immediate management of a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis). The best approach is to treat with epinephrine as soon as it’s available, using an auto-injector, because epinephrine counteracts airway swelling, opens breathing passages, and helps raise blood pressure, which are life-saving effects in anaphylaxis. Providing oxygen is important if the person is having trouble breathing or shows signs of low oxygen, helping to support breathlessness and tissue oxygenation. After giving epinephrine, call emergency services and monitor the person, since symptoms can recur and professional care may be needed. Ignoring symptoms, applying heat or rubbing the area, and drinking water do not address the airway, breathing, or circulation issues seen in severe allergic reactions and can be unsafe.