Which of the following statements concerning severe allergic reactions is true?
A) A severe allergic reaction occurs only when the patient has never been exposed to the substance before.
B) A severe allergic reaction can be prevented by the use of an epinephrine auto-injector before exposure to the substance.
C) Allergies do not develop until a person is in his late teens to early 20s.
D) The quicker the onset of symptoms, the greater the likelihood of a severe allergic reaction.
D
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A) place the child on a backboard, even in the absence of trauma. B) use a pediatric transport securing device whenever possible. C) place the child on a parent's lap and secure them both with straps. D) secure the child as usual, using the adult straps on the stretcher.
For the following questions, use an ICD-9-CM code book and list the appropriate V code for the diagnostic statements given
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