Anaphylaxis is an example of type ________ allergic drug reactions.

A) I
B) II
C) III
D) IV

A) I
Anaphylaxis is an example of type I allergic drug reactions. It is also referred to as "immediate hypersensitivity". Examples of drugs or classes of drugs linked to anaphylaxis include penicillins, streptomycin, local anesthetics, neuromuscular-blocking drugs, and radiologic contrast media.

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To find the ICD-10 code for anesthesia for surgery to correct a benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH), you will look in which series?

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