Question

Abdul, who is 6 years old and beginning his first day of school, comes into his classroom where some other children are eating peanuts. Within a few minutes he complains of dizziness and seems to be struggling to breathe. You suspect ________.

Answer 1

Answer: Anaphylactic shock

Explanation: Anaphylactic shock is caused by allergens found in some foods such as nuts, peanuts, then bee stings or medicines. It is actually an allergic reaction due to the large amount of chemical compounds that get into the blood as a reaction to said allergens, which causes the immune system to release said chemicals that get into the blood, which causes a shock due to pressure drop. Then the airways become narrowed, suffocation or shortness of breath, dizziness, nausea and possible vomiting.