What is Anaphylaxis?

Anaphylaxis is an extreme and severe allergic reaction. The whole body is affected, often within minutes of exposure to the allergen but sometimes after hours. Proper anaphylaxis training can make a real difference to a person’s recovery. Common causes include peanuts, tree nuts (e.g. almonds, walnuts, cashews, brazils), sesame, fish, shellfish, dairy products and eggs. Non-food causes include wasp or bee stings, natural latex (rubber), penicillin or other drugs or injections. In some people, exercise can trigger a severe reaction – either on its own or in combination with other factors such as food or drugs (e.g. aspirin).

Who Should Attend the Anaphylaxis Course?

This course is suitable for any school or department who have identified in their first aid needs assessment, that they have children or staff who have either an Epi-Pen, Jext or Emerade due to allergies.

Anaphylaxis Learning Outcomes

Successful candidates will confidently be able to use a Epi-Pen, Jext or Emerade in the case if an anaphylactic reaction.

Learning and Assessment

This training covers:

• The definition of and causes of anaphylaxis
• Recognition of a minor reaction and an anaphylactic reaction
• Basic first aid for a minor allergic reaction
• Emergency first aid treatment for a severe anaphylactic reaction
• Training in when to administer medication for an anaphylactic reaction
• Demonstration on how to use an Epi-Pen/Jext/Emerade as appropriate to the setting
• Training in adult and child Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation.

Assessment method

This module will be assessed through activities, multiple-choice tests and practical assessments.