Case Study Anaphylaxi

Alterations in Immunity Case Study 1. Explain the process of anaphylaxis. Could shellfish be the only cause for Mr. Smith’s reaction? Anaphylaxis occurs when a hypersensitivity reaction is extremely severe. It happens within minutes of the reexposure to the antigen. In this case it would be considered systemic anaphylaxis. Unless treated quickly it can result in death. Mr. Smith presented with anaphylaxis symptoms that occurred within minutes of exposure to the allergen and included abdominal cramps and constriction of airway. Mr. Smith is fully aware of his allergies thus he made sure the casserole did not contain shellfish, unfortunately it did and the result was people getting sick. 2. What about the others who became ill? How would you determine that this casserole
A person suffering with anaphylaxis may panic and be unable to assist with his/her own injection. In addition, a quick response is necessary to prevent serious complications of anaphylaxis.
An epinephrine autoinjector prescription should be filled immediately. Anyone who is at risk of anaphylaxis should keep at least one epinephrine autoinjector with them at all times.
Epinephrine is the best treatment for anaphylaxis and it works best if it is given within the first few minutes of a severe allergic reaction. Epinephrine rapidly treats all of the most dangerous symptoms of anaphylaxis, including throat swelling, difficulty breathing, and low blood

pressure. However, epinephrine is not a perfect treatment, so allergic triggers should be avoided. people who have had anaphylactic reactions to a food should wear medical alert bracelets or necklaces stating that they have a food allergy and that they are subject to severe reactions. 6. Could there be any individual differences in Mr. Smith and the others that could influence how they reacted to medications given for this