A 39-year-old female, who is allergic to peanuts, thinks that she may have accidentally ingested some. When assessing her, which statement would be suggestive that the patient is in the early stages of an anaphylactic reaction?

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The sudden feeling of a lump in the throat is a common early symptom of anaphylaxis, as it indicates swelling in the airways. The other symptoms listed may also occur during an anaphylactic reaction, but they are not necessarily suggestive of early stages.

A 39-Year-Old Female, Who Is Allergic to Peanuts, Thinks That