Anaphylactic shock
NCLEX-RN glossary · Physiological Adaptation
Definition
A severe distributive shock caused by widespread vasodilation and capillary leakage, resulting from a Type I hypersensitivity reaction.
Anaphylactic shock in plain English
The non-negotiable 'Rescue Association' is intramuscular epinephrine to induce vasoconstriction and bronchodilation. The tempting mistake is administering antihistamines or steroids as the first-line action before delivering lifesaving epinephrine.
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