You are presented with a patient displaying urticaria, dyspnea, hypotension, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. This patient is MOST likely suffering from:
A) anaphylaxis.
B) hypovolemia.
C) sepsis.
D) cardiogenic failure.

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The symptoms described are classic signs of anaphylaxis, a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. Urticaria (hives), dyspnea, hypotension, and gastrointestinal symptoms are all common in anaphylaxis. Cardiogenic failure, hypovolemia, and sepsis may also cause some of these symptoms, but the combination of urticaria and hypotension in the setting of a known or suspected allergen exposure strongly suggests anaphylaxis.

You Are Presented with a Patient Displaying Urticaria, Dyspnea, Hypotension