Antihistamine use in ANAPHYLAXIS

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Anaphylaxis is a life threatening condition that generally requires quick and decisive management. Studies have shown that carers and first aiders are often delaying definitive treatment by giving the patient an antihistamine rather than using the EPIPEN. In some cases this could seem to be the better option but may actually delay the treatment that is actually needed.

If a patient presents with signs of severe anaphylaxis including a rash, shortness of breath, swollen eyes, difficulty swallowing and has a known history of anaphylaxis, then the EPIPEN is a better option.

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DRSABCD – so important in first aid

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Knowing what to do in an emergency 

Knowing the DRSABCD is probably the most important thing you can learn about first aid. First aiders, ambulance officers, paramedics, nurses and emergency room doctors all follow this simple, yet life saving, acronym.

D- Danger

R – Response

S – Send for help

A – Airway

B – Breathing

C – Start CPR if no breathing

D – Defibrillation

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