NRS 410V Topic 4 Discussion Question 2

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NRS 410V Topic 4 DQ 2 Discuss what symptoms are associated with anaphylactic shock and how the nurse differentiates these from other conditions or issues. What steps should be taken if the nurse sus... pects anaphylactic shock? Nurses must be aware of the signs and symptoms of anaphylactic shock, a life-threatening allergic reaction requiring immediate response. Symptoms may include flushing, nausea, vomiting, fever, rash, hives, angioedema, a feeling of impending doom, bronchospasm, back pain, and circulatory collapse (U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2018). Symptoms of anaphylaxis generally have their onset within minutes, but occasionally occur as late as 1 hour after exposure to the offending antigen. The signs and symptoms may follow a uniphasic course, with resolution of symptoms within hours of treatment. Anaphylactic shock must be differentiated from other causes of circulatory collapse. [Show More]

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