Quiz Name: The Basics of Food Allergies

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1. An allergic reaction is an immune system response.
True
False
2. There are _________ theories as to why food allergies are more prevalent now than they used to be.
2
3
4
5
3. Genetics plays a role in why children develop allergies.
True
False
4. Symptoms of food allergies are always the same and easily recognizable.
True
False
5. Symptoms of food allergies are:
rashes
hives
swelling
coughing
colic
runny nose
all of the above
6. Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction.
True
False
7. Epinephrine in the form of a shot should be given to children immediately when anaphylaxis begins.
True
False
8. The most common food allergens are:
milk
eggs
wheat
shellfish
peanuts
soy
seeds
all of the above
9. A true food allergy must be diagnosed by a physician.
True
False
10. About 85% of babies and toddlers with a milk allergy will outgrow it by the time they are three years old.
True
False
11. There is a strong correlation between egg allergies and __________________.
asthma
diabetes
celiac disease
12. Wheat allergies are not as common and usually not as severe as peanut allergies.
True
False
13. Peanuts are a true nut and grow on trees.
True
False
14. Peanut allergies are usually severe, immediate and lifelong.
True
False
15. Tree nuts are the most potent of all known food allergens.
True
False
16. Soy allergies are usually not life-threatening.
True
False
17. Milk can be found in:
non kosher meats
prescription medication
margarine
all of the above
18. Peanut oil is used in many restaurants that deep fry food, this could affect a peanut allergic child.
True
False
19. Shredded cheese is usually coated in some sort of wheat protein when packaged to prevent it from sticking together.
True
False
20. When dealing with a food allergic child you MUST read food labels every time you purchase a food item.
True
False