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Anaphylaxis in Schools and Child Care Settings
Discusses prevalence, precautions, avoidance strategies, common symptoms, and treatment. [Allergy Asthma Information Society of Ontario] (infos)Medfacts: Anaphylaxis
Reviews symptoms, triggers, treatment, and prevention. [National Jewish Medical and Research Center] (infos)
Allergic Reaction: Severe
Presents definition of anaphylactic shock, causes, prevention, and treatment. (infos)
Anaphylaxis - Life-threatening allergy
Explains history, causes, symptoms, pathophysiology, and use of adrenaline/epinephrine injectors. (infos)
eMedicine Online Text: Allergic Reaction
Presents pathophysiology, prevalence, morbidity, presentation and physical findings, common causes, prehospital and emergency department care, medications, and follow-up care. (infos)
Bee Stings and "Allergic" Reactions
A technical article by Malcolm T. Sanford, professor, Department of Entomology and Nematology, University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences. (infos)
BBC Health: First Aid Action: Caring for Children with Anaphylaxis
Interactive home skills first aid course. (infos)
BBC Health: First Aid Action: Caring for Adults with Anaphylaxis
Interactive quiz covers causes and how to help, including when the person is unconcious. (infos)
AAAAI: Life-saving Medication for Patients with Anaphylaxis
Instructions on the use of an EpiPen. (infos)
Resuscitation Council: Emergency Medical Treatment of Anaphylactic Reactions
Detailed guidelines for the treatment of children and adults by first responders and community nurses. (infos)