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Disaster and Risk Reduction - 5

The document outlines training objectives for recognizing and responding to allergic reactions, which can range from mild to life-threatening. It details common triggers, signs, and symptoms of allergic reactions, as well as appropriate first aid measures to assist affected individuals. Key actions include removing allergens, administering medications, and seeking emergency assistance when necessary.

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Disaster and Risk Reduction - 5

The document outlines training objectives for recognizing and responding to allergic reactions, which can range from mild to life-threatening. It details common triggers, signs, and symptoms of allergic reactions, as well as appropriate first aid measures to assist affected individuals. Key actions include removing allergens, administering medications, and seeking emergency assistance when necessary.

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FOR HEALTH EMERGENCIES

Allergies

Standard First Aid


(SFA)
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Objectives
• Recognize causes of allergic reactions
• Detect signs and symptoms of allergic reactions
• Provide appropriate first aid for persons suffering
from allergic reactions

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Allergic reaction

• over-reaction of
protective mechanisms
to substances that are
normally harmless
• can be mild or
life-threatening

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Triggers of allergic reactions

• insect bites, stings


• medications
• plants
• food
• chemicals

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Allergic reaction: signs & symptoms
• sneezing
• itchy, runny nose  irritating,
persistent cough
• itchy, tingling, or burning
flushing of the skin
• swelling of face, neck, hands,
feet and / or tongue
• tightness in chest or throat

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Allergic reaction: signs & symptoms
• skin hives
• hoarseness
• wheezing; asthma
• rapid, labored, noisy
breathing
• fast pulse
• shock  pale skin, dizziness
• loss of consciousness

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What to do for allergic reaction
• Remove the potential source of the allergic reaction
• Assist the person in taking anti-allergy medications
• Call for emergency medical assistance, especially if
• medications do not give relief
• breathing is difficult
• widespread rash
• chest tightness
• patient collapses or loses consciousness
• Have the patient rest calmly
• Assess CABs, treat correspondingly
• Provide fresh air
• Help patient lie down
• Loosen tight clothing
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