TFHC Allergen Awareness and Management 3

Question 1

Which of the following is classified as a tree nut allergen?

Accepted Answer

Almonds

Answer

Almonds are a tree nut and are one of the major allergens; peanuts are legumes, while sunflower and sesame seeds are in separate allergen categories.

Question 2

What does an EpiPen (epinephrine auto-injector) do in an allergic emergency?

Accepted Answer

Counteracts anaphylaxis symptoms by constricting blood vessels and opening airways

Answer

Epinephrine counteracts anaphylaxis by constricting blood vessels to raise blood pressure and relaxing muscles in the lungs to ease breathing.

Question 3

A bakery uses peanut oil in its fryers. A customer with a peanut allergy asks if the fried items are safe. What is the BEST response?

Accepted Answer

Inform the customer that peanut oil is used and advise them to consult their allergist before consuming fried items

Answer

While highly refined peanut oil is often tolerated, food handlers should disclose the use of peanut oil and recommend the customer consult their allergist, since individual sensitivity varies.

Question 4

Which of the following describes an 'allergenic ingredient substitution'?

Accepted Answer

Replacing an allergen-containing ingredient with a non-allergenic alternative to make a dish safe

Answer

Allergenic ingredient substitution means replacing an allergen (e.g., using coconut aminos instead of soy sauce) so a dish can be prepared without that allergen.

Question 5

Under Texas food handler regulations, employees must be trained on allergen awareness primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Protect customers with food allergies from potentially life-threatening reactions

Answer

Allergen awareness training is required to equip food handlers with the knowledge to prevent cross-contact and respond appropriately, ultimately protecting allergic customers from harm.

TFHC - Texas Food Handlers Certification Practice Test

TFHC - Texas Food Handlers Certification Practice Test

TFHC Allergen Awareness and Management 3