Anaphylaxis

Posted 18 Oct 2023

Aims and Objectives

  • Knowledge of the differential diagnosis, diagnosis and investigation of anaphylaxis.
  • Knowledge of the emergency treatment of patients presenting with anaphylaxis according to current guidance.
  • Appropriate care pathways for patients presenting to the general clinician with anaphylaxis.
  • Education of patients with anaphylaxis regarding avoidance and self-management using devices such as the adrenaline auto-injector.

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Introduction

Aims and Objectives

  • Have improved knowledge of the differential diagnosis and investigation of anaphylaxis.
  • Have better knowledge of the emergency treatment of patients presenting with anaphylaxis according to current guidance.
  • Have a better understanding of the appropriate care pathways for patients presenting to the general clinician with anaphylaxis.
  • Have improved knowledge of the education of patients with anaphylaxis, including avoidance and self-management using devices such as the adrenaline auto-injector.

Suggested reading:

Resuscitation Council Guidelines: http://www.resus.org.uk/pages/reaction.pdf

Treatment algorithm: http://www.resus.org.uk/pages/anaalgo2.pdf

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