A patient is being administered epinephrine for the treatment of anaphylaxis. This patient is experiencing what type of hypersensitivity reaction?
A) Type I
B) Type II
C) Type III
D) Type IV
A
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Anaphylaxis is a type I response, which can be mild or life threatening.
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