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SEVERE ALLERGIC REACTION

Severe allergic reaction By the end of this session you will be able to: recognise a severe allergic reaction (anaphylactic shock) respond appropriately to someone who is having a severe allergic reaction.

Severe allergic reaction Common triggers: foods such as peanuts and shellfish insect stings injection of drugs touching or inhaling materials.

Severe allergic reaction What you could see: red, blotchy skin swelling of the tongue and the throat difficulty breathing This is a potentially fatal condition that can develop quickly.

Severe allergic reaction What you should do: dial 999 or 112 for an ambulance help the casualty use their auto-injector if possible, help the casualty to sit in a position that allows them to breathe more easily treat for shock.

Auto-injectors

Medic alerts