ServSafe - Allergens Test 5

Question 1

A guest experiences hives, swelling, and difficulty breathing after eating. These symptoms most likely indicate:

Accepted Answer

Anaphylaxis, a severe allergic reaction

Answer

Hives, swelling, and difficulty breathing are classic signs of anaphylaxis, a potentially fatal allergic response.

Question 2

Which of the following is the correct first step when a customer reports experiencing an allergic reaction in your establishment?

Accepted Answer

Contact emergency services (call 911) immediately

Answer

Anaphylaxis can worsen rapidly, so emergency services must be contacted immediately.

Question 3

Which of the following foods is most likely to contain wheat as a hidden ingredient?

Accepted Answer

Soy sauce

Answer

Traditional soy sauce is made with wheat and contains gluten, making it a common hidden wheat source.

Question 4

A food handler accidentally uses a pan that was used to cook fish to prepare a chicken dish for a guest with a fish allergy. Which action should be taken?

Accepted Answer

Discard the chicken and prepare a new serving with clean equipment

Answer

Any food prepared with cross-contact from an allergen must be discarded and remade with clean, dedicated equipment.

Question 5

Tree nuts are a major allergen. Which of the following is classified as a tree nut?

Accepted Answer

Walnut

Answer

Walnuts are tree nuts; peanuts are legumes, and water chestnuts are aquatic vegetables.

ServSafe Food Safety Test Prep Practice Test

ServSafe Food Safety Test Prep Practice Test

ServSafe - Allergens Test 5