quiz-aug07

Monthly Allergy Quiz

*Offer expires 08/20/07(See Allergy Relief 101 with Dr. Kingsley Chin to find the answers.)

  1. What is the medical term for Ear, Nose, and Throat doctor?
    A. Otorhinogoogleist
    B. Otorhinolaryngologist
    C. Hipporhinolaryngologist
    D. None of the above
  2. Which of the following allergens would be the most likely to cause year-round chronic fatigue?
    A. Grass Pollen
    B. Tree Pollen
    C. Dust Mites
    D. Ragweed
  3. How long does allergy testing normally take?
    A. 15 to 20 minutes
    B. 20 to 30 minutes
    C. 1 hour to 1.5 hours
    D. 3 to 4 hours
  4. Allergy covers, or allergen barriers, are an example of which type of allergy treatment?
    A. Medical Treatment
    B. Immunotherapy
    C. Environmental Control
    D. Surgical Treatment
  5. How effective is a HEPA air purifier ?
    A. A HEPA air purifier reduces allergens by more than 50%.
    B. A HEPA air purifier reduces allergens by more than 75%.
    C. A HEPA air purifier reduces allergens by more than 90%.
    D. A HEPA air purifier reduces allergens by more than 99%.
  6. What kind of flooring does Dr. Chin recommend for allergy sufferers’ bedrooms?
    A. Hardwood or Tile
    B. Shag Carpet
    C. Low-pile Carpet
    D. Textured Saxony Carpet
  7. What can you do to prevent mold from growing in a closet?
    A. Keep a light on inside the closet.
    B. Keep the closet door open.
    C. Use a dehumidifier to remove moisture from the air.
    D. All of the above.
  8. If you have bad pollen allergies and plan to go work in the yard, it would be a good idea to take what kind of medication before you go outside?
    A. Decongestant
    B. Antihistamine
    C. Aspirin
    D. Glucosamine
  9. The allergy serum, injected as an allergy shot, consists of what?
    A. Allergens
    B. Astelin
    C. Clarinex
    D. Benadryl
  10. If you are self-administering allergy shots at home, what medication should you have with you at all times in case of a serious reaction?
    A. Allegra
    B. Chlortrimaton
    C. Epinephrine
    D. Leukotriene