Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. It is not uncommon for a person to die from a severe anaphylactic reaction even if proper treatment is provided.
2. Signs and symptoms associated with an anaphylactic reaction may be seen in the skin, gastrointestinal, respiratory, or circulatory system.
3. The signs and symptoms of an anaphylactic reaction never occur so rapidly that they cannot be distinguished.
4. A dentist who is not sure the patient is suffering from an anaphylactic reaction should not administer epinephrine.
5. Patients who state they once experienced an allergic reaction to dental anesthesia should be checked out by an allergist.
1. True
2. True
3. False
4. True
5. True
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