A patient is diagnosed with a type I hypersensitivity reaction. Which chemical mediators should the nurse realize caused the patient's symptoms? Select all that apply.

A. Autoantibodies
B. Complement
C. Erythrocytes
D. Histamine
E. Kinins


Answer: E

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A) True B) False

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A client is admitted on an emergent basis to a local mental health facility after being detained by the police when he was found walking naked down the middle of a four-lane highway

The nurse knows that the client can be held for what length of time? A) 72–84 hours B) 48–72 hours C) 36–48 hours D) 24–36 hours

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