Which of the following statements about corticosteroid use in anaphylaxis treatment is TRUE?
A) Administration of high-dose corticosteroids results in peripheral vasoconstriction.
B) Corticosteroids stabilize mast cell and basophil membranes, preventing degranulation and histamine release.
C) Corticosteroids can reduce the inflammation associated with anaphylaxis.
D) Corticosteroids can help reverse bronchospasm associated with anaphylaxis.
C
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