How To Deal With A Severe Allergic Reaction
If the person that you’re caring for has an allergy, it’s important to know how to deal with a severe allergic reaction.
In this video, we’ll go over what to do if someone around you is having a severe allergic reaction, also known as anaphylaxis. If the person you’re caring for has a severe allergy, they should always carry an EpiPen.An EpiPen is a pre filled needle that will automatically give the right dose of medication that can help stop or slow a severe reaction long enough to get medical help.
If the person that you’re caring for has an allergy, it’s important to know how to deal with a severe allergic reaction.
In this video, we’ll go over what to do if someone around you is having a severe allergic reaction, also known as anaphylaxis. If the person you’re caring for has a severe allergy, they should always carry an EpiPen.
An EpiPen is a pre filled needle that will automatically give the right dose of medication that can help stop or slow a severe reaction long enough to get medical help.
Common symptoms to look for when someone is having a reaction would be that they may have a difficult time breathing, their breathing may be wheezy or noisy, their face or tongue could swell or they could be dizzy
If they are having a reaction, it’s best to give them their EpiPen right away and then call 9-11 (alt for translation: emergency services)
To give their EpiPen, remember the phrase ‘blue to the sky and orange to the thigh’
1) Hold the EpiPen firmly with the orange tip pointing down towards their thigh.
2) Pull straight up on the blue safety cap to remove it.
3) Push the orange side of the EpiPen firmly into their outer thigh until you hear it click, you can give it through their clothes.
4) Hold it in place for 3 full seconds.
5) Pull the EpiPen away from their thigh, the needle will be covered automatically.
6) Call 9-11 immediately after giving them their EpiPen, never skip seeing a doctor after a severe reaction.
7) Stay with the person you’re caring for while you wait for medical help to arrive.
It can be scary to be there when someone has a severe allergic reaction, but being prepared will make sure you’re ready to help.
Visit our website and see our attached care guide for more information for caregivers.
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Length: Short (< 5 minutes)
Topics: Medical Supplies/Medication
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