Health
Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis is a medical emergency, requiring immediate treatment with adrenaline. If anaphylaxis is suspected, call 000 immediately, administer adrenaline auto-injector (EpiPen) if available and commence CPR if needed.
There are many causes, including foods, medications, substances and insect venom.
Having unstable asthma increases the risk of severe anaphylaxis, particularly in those with food allergies.
Signs of severe anaphylaxis.
- difficulty or noisy breathing
- swelling of tongue
- swelling or tightness in the throat
- difficulty talking and/or hoarse voice
- wheeze or persistent cough
- persistent dizziness or collapse
young children may appear pale and floppy.
At the College, we have EpiPens located in the Health Centre, all first aid kits for excursions/camps and in the first aid kits around the school. In addition, students will bring their own EpiPens to excursions and camps. Our teaching staff also attend training yearly to keep their skills current.
It is important to ensure that the Health Centre has an up-to-date ASCIA treatment plan for your child.
Judy Buckley
College Nurse