It has been determined that a client's rhinitis is not the result of previous exposure to an allergen. The nurse explains that a nonallergic response can occur with:
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. x-ray dye.
2. certain drugs.
3. plasma expanders.
4. pollens.
5. animal dander.
Correct Answer: 1,2,3
Rationale 1: A nonallergic release of histamine can occur with radiographic contrast dye, resulting in allergic symptoms.
Rationale 2: A nonallergic release of histamine can occur with certain drugs, resulting in allergic symptoms.
Rationale 3: A nonallergic release of histamine can occur with plasma expanders used to restore circulating blood volume in hypovolemia, resulting in allergic symptoms.
Rationale 4: The cause of allergic, not nonallergic, rhinitis is prior exposure to an antigen such as pollen.
Rationale 5: The cause of allergic, not nonallergic, rhinitis is prior exposure to an antigen such as animal dander.
Global Rationale: Nonallergic releases of histamine can occur with cell damage, certain drugs, plasma expanders, or radiographic contrast media. Pollens and animal dander are sources of allergic rhinitis.
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