Which of the following types of drug reactions describes an acute, life-threatening event that, if it occurs, usually does so following use of a parenteral formulation?
a. Expected
b. Adverse
c. Allergic
d. Anaphylactoid
ANS: D
Anaphylactoid reactions are acute, life-threatening events mediated through IgE antibodies. An-aphylaxis can occur with all routes of administration but is seen most often following use of par-enteral formulations.
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