Alpha-gal syndrome is a serious, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction to mammalian products that has been linked to the lone star tick. Early recognition and management of alpha-gal syndrome is key for desirable patient outcomes and informed nursing care can make all the difference. The purpose of this article is to provide background information regarding alpha-gal syndrome, review common sources of potential reaction triggers including food and medications, and discuss strategies to detect and avoid allergic reactions from occurring.

Trevor J. Silbernagel

Zackery T. Bullard

Critical Care Nursing Quarterly

Critical Care Nursing Quarterly (CCNQ) is a peer-reviewed journal that provides current practice-oriented information for the continuing education and improved clinical practice of critical care professionals, including nurses, physicians, and allied health care professionals.

Critical Care Nursing Quarterly (CCNQ) is a peer-reviewed journal that aims to provide current practice-oriented information for the continuing education and improved clinical practice of critical care professionals, including nurses, physicians, and allied health care professionals.

《Critical Care Nursing Quarterly》是一本经过同行评审的期刊，旨在为重症护理专业人员（包括护士、医生和其他医疗保健专业人员）提供最新的实践导向信息，以促进继续教育和改善临床实践。

Alpha-Gal Syndrome

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CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE	4