The nurse explains that in step 1 (sensitization) of becoming allergic, the body,
a. develops immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies.
b. forms mast cells.
c. produces basophils.
d. reacts with rhinitis, urticaria, asthma, or gastrointestinal (GI) manifestations.
A
In the first step of a two-step process, the body reacts to the exposure to an allergen by the pro-duction of IgE antibodies.
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