COMMON FOOD ALLERGIES IN CHILDREN

Course overview

Food allergies in children are gaining more and more attention and for good reason. According to a study released in 2008 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about an 18% increase in food allergy was seen between 1997 and 2007. After reading Common Food Allergies in Children the participant will be able to explain the prevalence of food allergies in children and its significance; identify the most common food triggers of allergies in children; compare and contrast food allergies and food intolerances; describe the etiology of an allergic reaction; list the signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction; define and describe anaphylaxis; list the medications commonly used in treating food allergies in children; discuss avoidance strategies parents and caretakers can use to protect the food allergic child; and identify educational resources that nurses can provide to parents of children with food allergies.