Deck 17: Food Allergies and Intolerances

Question 1

Most allergies can be prevented by breastfeeding.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

Allergy shots are available for food allergy treatment.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Celiac disease is also called gluten-sensitive enteropathy.​

Answer 3

True

Question 4

The FDA requires that processed foods containing sulfites list them on the ingredients label.

Question 5

The only treatment for a food allergy is to eliminate the food from the diet.

Question 6

Celiac disease is an intolerance to soy.

Question 7

People experience adverse reactions to food for three primary reasons including food poisoning.

Question 8

Food allergies and food intolerances are both caused by an immune system response.​

Question 9

Food allergies are increasingly common and are an important health concern in the United States.

Question 10

Skin prick tests are the most accurate test for diagnosing food allergies.

Question 11

Most commonly,allergic reactions cause a rash,diarrhea,congestion,or wheezing.

Question 12

Approximately 20-30% of the general public has a food allergy to one or more foods.

Question 13

Histamine has been found in hard cured sausage and catsup.

Question 14

The incidence of food allergies is estimated to be higher in children than adults.

Question 15

After a food allergy is confirmed in infants and young children it will last forever.

Question 16

Lactose maldigestion is an uncommon disorder that only affects approximately 25% of the human population.

Question 17

The rate of confirmed cases of celiac disease is increasing.

Question 18

Symptoms associated with MSG sensitivity include migraine headaches.

Question 19

Celiac disease symptoms may be silent in some individuals.

Question 20

Allergy tests that are available through the mail are reliable for determining an individual's allergy status.

Question 21

​Allergic reactions most commonly cause _____.

A)​heartburn
B)skin eruptions
C)migraine headaches
D)a rapid heartbeat
E)​respiratory problems

Question 22

Tyramine is most likely found in _____.

A)gravy
B)baked goods
C)fruit juice
D)soy sauce
E)guacamole

Question 23

People experiencing anaphylactic shock can be revived by an injection of _____.

A)​insulin
B)norepinephrine
C)epinephrine
D)dopamine
E)pseudoephedrine

Question 24

During the double-blind,placebo-controlled food challenge,_____.

A)​only the care provider knows whether a suspected offending food or a placebo is being tested
B)only the patient knows whether a suspected offending food or a placebo is being tested
C)neither the patient nor the care provider knows whether a suspected offending food or a placebo is being tested
D)both the patient and the care provider know whether a suspected offending food or a placebo is being tested
E)medical supervision is not needed

Question 25

The incidence of food allergies is estimated to be _____% in children and _____% in adults.

A)3; 2
B)6; 3
C)8; 9
D)12; 10
E)13; 11

Question 26

Which food can generally be consumed by people with lactose maldigestion?

A)hard cheese
B)ice cream
C)cottage cheese
D)milk
E)yogurt with added milk solids

Question 27

The gold standard test used to diagnose food allergies is _____.

A)​a small bowel biopsy and examination of cells for signs of damage
B)the double-blind,placebo-controlled food challenge
C)saliva testing
D)a skin prick test
E)identification of specific types of IgE

Question 28

​Symptoms of lactose maldigestion are due to the breakdown of undigested lactose by bacteria in the lower intestine.

Question 29

Care should be taken to ensure adequate intake of _____ if milk and dairy product intake is restricted.

A)calcium and vitamin D
B)calcium and vitamin C
C)magnesium and vitamin B12
D)iron and folic acid
E)​zinc and vitamin E

Question 30

Which test used to identify food allergies looks for certain proteins in the blood produced by the immune system?

A)a urine analysis
B)the double-blind,placebo-controlled food challenge
C)saliva testing
D)a skin prick test
E)identification of specific types of IgE

Question 31

Celiac disease _____.

A)occurs in genetically susceptible people exposed to certain environmental triggers early in life
B)can be easily diagnosed with a blood test
C)is an intolerance to soy
D)symptoms include nausea and a rash
E)is treated by the exclusion of milk and milk products

Question 32

Approximately 90% of all food allergies are related to the consumption of eight foods.

Question 33

Symptoms associated with _____ sensitivity include dizziness,sweating,flushing,a rapid heartbeat,and a ringing sound in the ears.

A)​sulfite
B)nitrate
C)histamine
D)MSG
E)tyramine

Question 34

Food intolerances do not produce any of the same reactions as food allergies.

Question 35

Children and adults with a severe allergy to peanuts,nuts,fish,or _____ will likely have to eliminate the food from their diet for their lifetime.

A)cow's milk
B)eggs
C)shellfish
D)soy
E)wheat

Question 36

The presence of _____ in wine has been blamed for the headaches associated with drinking wine.

A)histamine
B)serotonin
C)tryptophan
D)MSG
E)lysine

Question 37

Approximately what percentage of children with a wheat allergy outgrow it by age 12?

A)​most children do not outgrow their wheat allergy​
B)28%
C)35%
D)52%
E)​66%

Question 38

Which food additive can cause anaphylactic shock and bring on an asthma attack in sensitive people?

A)aspartame
B)sodium nitrite
C)sulfite
D)sodium benzoate
E)MSG

Question 39

Which food is one of the eight most common causes of food allergies?

A)​rice
B)beans
C)pineapple
D)spinach
E)eggs

Question 40

The FDA prohibits the use of sulfite _____.

A)in wine
B)on fresh fruits and vegetables
C)in tea
D)in hard cider
E)on dried fruit

Question 41

How is celiac disease treated?

A)gluten-free diet
B)lactose-free diet
C)immunotherapy
D)epinephrine
E)antihistamine

Question 42

​Symptoms of lactose intolerance include _____.

A)​a runny nose and cough
B)hives or a rash
C)abdominal pain,bloating,and diarrhea
D)swelling of the face and hands
E)​asthma and congestion​

Question 43

Carlota is a 35-year-old who has just been diagnosed with celiac disease.She also has a life-threatening allergy to peanuts and tree nuts.She has not had a problem eliminating peanuts and tree nuts from her diet,but she is concerned that she will have a difficult time modifying her diet to treat her celiac disease.In addition to these dietary concerns,she has recently noticed that when she eats ice cream or cottage cheese she experiences terrible abdominal pain,bloating,and flatulence.She has made an appointment with her health care provider to determine the type of problem with which she is dealing.
The symptoms Carlota experiences following dairy consumption may be caused by _____.

A)a soy intolerance
B)lactose maldigestion
C)sulfite sensitivity
D)tyramine sensitivity
E)MSG sensitivity

Question 44

Carlota is a 35-year-old who has just been diagnosed with celiac disease.She also has a life-threatening allergy to peanuts and tree nuts.She has not had a problem eliminating peanuts and tree nuts from her diet,but she is concerned that she will have a difficult time modifying her diet to treat her celiac disease.In addition to these dietary concerns,she has recently noticed that when she eats ice cream or cottage cheese she experiences terrible abdominal pain,bloating,and flatulence.She has made an appointment with her health care provider to determine the type of problem with which she is dealing.
If Carlota is unsure whether a particular food will cause her celiac disease to flare-up,she should _____.

A)consult a registered dietitian
B)try a small amount of the food and see how she feels
C)look for the label "gluten-free" before consuming the product
D)take an antihistamine before trying the food
E)try a skin prick test

Question 45

Food intolerance reactions _____.

A)​directly involve the immune system
B)are due to a missing or abnormal enzyme
C)produce none of the same reactions as food allergies
D)are caused by reduced oxygen supply to the heart and other body tissues
E)​are less common than food allergies

Question 46

Carlota is a 35-year-old who has just been diagnosed with celiac disease.She also has a life-threatening allergy to peanuts and tree nuts.She has not had a problem eliminating peanuts and tree nuts from her diet,but she is concerned that she will have a difficult time modifying her diet to treat her celiac disease.In addition to these dietary concerns,she has recently noticed that when she eats ice cream or cottage cheese she experiences terrible abdominal pain,bloating,and flatulence.She has made an appointment with her health care provider to determine the type of problem with which she is dealing.
Which grain should Carlota avoid because of her celiac disease?

A)sorghum
B)amaranth
C)millet
D)corn
E)rye

Question 47

Which food can be safely consumed by a person with celiac disease?

A)beer
B)buckwheat
C)barley
D)cake
E)macaroni and cheese

Question 48

Symptoms of non-celiac gluten sensitivity include _____.

A)joint pain
B)flushing
C)a rapid heartbeat
D)nausea
E)​weight loss

Question 49

Carlota is a 35-year-old who has just been diagnosed with celiac disease.She also has a life-threatening allergy to peanuts and tree nuts.She has not had a problem eliminating peanuts and tree nuts from her diet,but she is concerned that she will have a difficult time modifying her diet to treat her celiac disease.In addition to these dietary concerns,she has recently noticed that when she eats ice cream or cottage cheese she experiences terrible abdominal pain,bloating,and flatulence.She has made an appointment with her health care provider to determine the type of problem with which she is dealing.
Which food should Carlota remove from her diet because of her celiac disease?

A)potato chips
B)bread
C)quinoa
D)tofu
E)eggs

Question 50

In the United States,a "gluten-free," "without gluten," "no gluten," or "free of gluten" label on a food package means that _____.

A)the food contains no gluten
B)individuals with certain disorders do not have to read the ingredient labels
C)the food contains less than 10 parts per million of gluten
D)the food contains less than 20 parts per million of gluten
E)the food contains less than 30 parts per million of gluten

Question 51

According to the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004,_____.​

A)​prepackaged foods can not contain any of the "big eight" foods related to allergies
B)food ingredient labels are now required to state clearly whether the food contains one or more of the big eight allergenic foods
C)food ingredient labels are now required to state clearly whether the food contains any potential food allergy
D)food manufacturers must manufacture all packaged foods containing the "big eight" in a separate facility to eliminate the possibility of cross contamination
E)​food manufacturers must post warnings regarding potential food allergies on their company website

Question 52

Which food has been linked to food intolerance reactions?

A)corn
B)garlic
C)rice
D)chocolate
E)cucumbers

Question 53

Carlota is a 35-year-old who has just been diagnosed with celiac disease.She also has a life-threatening allergy to peanuts and tree nuts.She has not had a problem eliminating peanuts and tree nuts from her diet,but she is concerned that she will have a difficult time modifying her diet to treat her celiac disease.In addition to these dietary concerns,she has recently noticed that when she eats ice cream or cottage cheese she experiences terrible abdominal pain,bloating,and flatulence.She has made an appointment with her health care provider to determine the type of problem with which she is dealing.
Due to Carlota's peanut and tree nut allergy she should always _____.

A)wear a medical ID bracelet (only)
B)have her doctor's contact information with her (only)
C)carry an EpiPen (only)
D)wear a medical ID bracelet and have her doctor's contact information with her
E)wear a medical ID bracelet and carry an EpiPen

Question 54

The gold standard diagnostic test for celiac disease is _____.

A)identification of specific types of IgE
B)a small bowel biopsy and examination of cells for signs of damage
C)the double-blind placebo-controlled food challenge
D)a skin prick test
E)salvia testing

Question 55

A food allergen is almost always a _____.

A)phytochemical
B)fat
C)complex carbohydrate
D)simple sugar
E)protein

Question 56

Carlota is a 35-year-old who has just been diagnosed with celiac disease.She also has a life-threatening allergy to peanuts and tree nuts.She has not had a problem eliminating peanuts and tree nuts from her diet,but she is concerned that she will have a difficult time modifying her diet to treat her celiac disease.In addition to these dietary concerns,she has recently noticed that when she eats ice cream or cottage cheese she experiences terrible abdominal pain,bloating,and flatulence.She has made an appointment with her health care provider to determine the type of problem with which she is dealing.
Carlota most likely experienced _____ before she modified her diet to treat her celiac disease.

A)nausea and vomiting
B)a rapid heart rate,night sweats,and flushing
C)weight gain,bloating,and frequent urination
D)diarrhea,weight loss,cramps,fatigue,and anemia
E)numbness in the arms,legs,or fingers

Question 57

Which treatment of food allergies shows promise for diminishing or eliminating a person's sensitivity to specific food allergens such as those in peanuts,milk,eggs,and peaches?

A)dopamine injections
B)antihistamines
C)epinephrine shots
D)allergy shots
E)immunotherapy

Question 58

Which food most likely contains gluten?

A)milk
B)quinoa
C)pizza
D)popcorn
E)grits

Question 59

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system
b.body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful
c.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system
d.substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system
e.proteins the body makes to combat allergens
f.substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
g.serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
h.autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
i.test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
j.disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
k.term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase
​anaphylactic shock

Question 60

What is the best way to determine if you have a food intolerance?

A)a skin prick test
B)the double-blind,placebo-controlled food challenge
C)saliva testing
D)a urine analysis
E)​identification of specific types of IgE

Question 61

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system
b.body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful
c.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system
d.substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system
e.proteins the body makes to combat allergens
f.substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
g.serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
h.autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
i.test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
j.disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
k.term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase
food allergy​

Question 62

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system
b.body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful
c.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system
d.substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system
e.proteins the body makes to combat allergens
f.substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
g.serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
h.autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
i.test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
j.disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
k.term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase
​food intolerance

Question 63

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system
b.body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful
c.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system
d.substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system
e.proteins the body makes to combat allergens
f.substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
g.serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
h.autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
i.test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
j.disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
k.term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase
​

Question 64

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system
b.body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful
c.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system
d.substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system
e.proteins the body makes to combat allergens
f.substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
g.serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
h.autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
i.test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
j.disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
k.term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase
​antibodies

Question 65

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system
b.body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful
c.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system
d.substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system
e.proteins the body makes to combat allergens
f.substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
g.serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
h.autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
i.test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
j.disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
k.term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase
​immune system

Question 66

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system
b.body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful
c.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system
d.substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system
e.proteins the body makes to combat allergens
f.substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
g.serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
h.autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
i.test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
j.disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
k.term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase
​

Question 67

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system
b.body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful
c.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system
d.substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system
e.proteins the body makes to combat allergens
f.substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
g.serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
h.autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
i.test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
j.disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
k.term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase
​food allergen

Question 68

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system
b.body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful
c.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system
d.substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system
e.proteins the body makes to combat allergens
f.substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
g.serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
h.autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
i.test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
j.disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
k.term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase
​celiac disease

Question 69

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system
b.body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful
c.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system
d.substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system
e.proteins the body makes to combat allergens
f.substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
g.serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
h.autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
i.test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
j.disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
k.term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase
​histamine

Question 70

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system
b.body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful
c.adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system
d.substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system
e.proteins the body makes to combat allergens
f.substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
g.serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
h.autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
i.test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
j.disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
k.term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase
​double-blind,placebo-controlled food challenge