Deck 25: Food Allergy

Question 1

What type of formula is not safe for an infant with cow's milk allergy?

A) Partially hydrolyzed whey formula
B) Amino acid-based formula
C) Extensively hydrolyzed whey formula
D) Extensively hydrolyzed casein formula

Answer 1

A

Question 2

Which of the following ingredients is safe when avoiding soy?

A) Edamame
B) Soy lecithin
C) Textured soy protein
D) Soy milk

Answer 2

B

Question 3

How long after contact with an allergen do IgE-mediated food allergic reactions usually develop?

A) Within minutes to 2 hours
B) 4-6 hours
C) 8-12 hours
D) Within minutes and up to 24 hours

Answer 3

A

Question 4

Which of the following is not associated with a non-IgE mediated food allergy?

A) Symptoms limited to the gastrointestinal tract
B) Delayed onset of symptoms (within hours or days of contact with allergen)
C) Anaphylaxis
D) All of these

Question 5

Which of the following is true about the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA)?

A) FALCPA applies to foods prepared in restaurants
B) FALCPA requires the use of "may contain" or a similar advisory statement when applicable
C) FALCPA requires food manufacturers to disclose major allergens within the ingredient list of all FDA-regulated packaged foods

Question 6

Which of the following are risk factors for having a peanut allergy?

A) Moderate/severe atopic dermatitis (eczema)
B) Egg allergy
C) First degree relative with peanut allergy
D) All of these