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When administering a medication, it is important to recognise and differentiate between allergic reactions and the potentially life-threatening anaphylactic reactions immediately. It is also essential to determine whether the individual has had an allergic or anaphylactic response to the medication in the past or prior to administration.
This course is suitable for all First Aiders and healthcare professionals, as well as those in a high risk environment where such medication is available.
Certification
This qualification lasts for 3 years. To renew the qualification, learners will need to retake the full course. However, it is recommended that during the 3-year period, the learners attend annual refresher courses.
Assessment
A range of methods are used, including, practical and questioning (open and multiple-choice).
This is a classroom-based course of 6 contact hours.
At the end of the first aid course, learners will be able to:
Describe anaphylaxis Identify triggers for anaphylaxis
Describe life threatening problems associated with the:
Airway
Breathing
Circulation
Disability (Neurological status)
Exposure (Skin and mucosal changes)
Explain the need for an early call for help
Explain the treatment for anaphylaxis:
Non re-breather mask
Removal of trigger
Auto-injector
Identify key features of adrenaline-auto injectors
Conduct an initial assessment using the ABCDE approach
Demonstrate a recovery position
Demonstrate resuscitation for adult and/or child
Recognise the need to use an auto-injector
Prepare medication for administration during anaphylaxis treatment
Demonstrate the safe use of an adrenaline auto-injector using a training device
Safely dispose of sharps according to agreed ways of working
Handover the casualty to a medical professional
A maximum of 12 students are allowed and must comply with
Covid safe training delivery
All onsite first aid courses booked with us are fully inclusive of all necessary PPE for each delegate and the trainer in order to run the course safely within the HSE’s guidelines. Our team is on hand to help inform you of the necessary requirements when booking your course.
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