Course Information

This course is designed to teach you how to recognise and know how to respond to the signs and symptoms of Anaphylaxis. We also cover the safe and effective use of an auto-injector to assist a casualty who has been prescribed Epinephrine (Adrenaline).

Who Should Attend

Anybody who has contact with an individual who may have anaphylaxis.  Anyone employed in a Nursery, Play Group, School, After school club, child minder, and in offices and Individuals employed in the Health and Social Care sector.

Course Content

• What allergies are?
• How they affect the body
• Definition of Anaphylaxis
• Triggering factors for Anaphylaxis
• Recognition of signs and symptoms associated with Anaphylaxis
• First Aid treatment / management plan for Anaphylaxis
• Prevention in the childcare setting
• Administration of Epinephrine with Epi-pen auto injector or similar

Course Duration

1/2 Day

Assessment

Continuous assessment is used throughout the course.