MCCCD Program Description

Recognition and Management of the Patient with Allergies

Course: NCE266

First Term: 2015 Spring

Lecture 0.5 Credit(s) 0.5 Period(s) 0.5 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S- Standard

Description: Allergy process, types of allergies and their presentations, levels and types of reactions, as well as treatment, diagnostic testing and prevention strategies.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Describe the antigen-antibody reaction. (I) 2. Identify common allergens. (I, II) 3. Describe the four (4) types of allergic reactions. (I, II, IV) 4. Identify the process of food allergy development and the treatment to alleviate symptoms. (II, III) 5. Discuss the key elements necessary in patient and family education regarding allergy recognition and prevention. (II, III, V, VI) 6. List the different types of allergies, treatments and preventative measures. (II, III, V, VII) 7. Define anaphylaxis and list the general signs and symptoms. (III, IV) 8. Describe emergency treatment protocols for anaphylaxis. (III, IV) 9. Identify the diagnostic tests utilized in diagnosing allergies. (V) 10. Identify the role of complementary and alternative therapies in allergy treatment and prevention. (V, VII) 11. Discuss the methods used in the prevention of allergies. (VI, V)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Antigen-antibody reaction A. Common Allergens B. Types of allergic reactions II. Types of Allergies and manifestations A. Food Allergies 1. Four (4) major food allergens 2. Labeling and Consumer protection B. Allergic Rhinitis C. Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis D. Animal-related Allergies E. Dust and Mold Allergies F. Steven Johnson Syndrome G. Latex H. Medications and Diagnostic Imaging Contrast Agents III. Symptomatic Treatment of Allergies A. Medications 1. Dosing 2. Routes used 3. Side Effects IV. Anaphylaxis A. Signs and symptoms B. Treatment V. Methods of Allergy Testing and prevention measures VI. Patient and Family Education VII. Alternative and Complementary treatments of Allergies

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: December 9, 2014

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