A hypersensitivity reaction is when a July intern keeps crying over the smallest little things.
Classifications
Hypersensitivity reactions can be broken down into four different types:
- Type I hypersensitivity - Also known as immediate hypersensitivity, this is when an intern cries when you say hello.
- Type II hypersensitivity - When an intern cries in response to an early admission.
- Type III hypersensitivity - When an intern cries while typing notes at 11 PM at night.
- Type IV hypersensitivity - Defined as an intern who cries alone in a call room.