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allergic reaction emergencies - Coggle Diagram
allergic reaction emergencies
urticaria/pruritus
causes
pressure in vasodilation of capillaries
histamine release
symptoms
wheezing
increased anxiety
cramps
diarrhea
tachycardia
hypotension
treatment
monitor pulse and BP
maintain open airway
admin antihistamine and monitor symptoms
anaphylactic shock
causes
overreaction of the immune system due to an allergen
symptoms
flushed face
labored breathing
coughing
respiratory arrest
sudden hypotension
loss of consciousness
epi reaction
causes
affects to the sympathetic nervous system
symptoms
change in saliva
inhibits bladder contraction
treatment
place pt in comfortable position
monitor vital signs
reassure pt but activate EMS if pt isn't returning to normal
administering epi
adult
admin into thigh or arm
massage area for 10 seconds
0.3 - 0.5mg every 5-10 min as necessary
child
admin into thigh
massage for 10 seconds
0.01mg/kg - 0.5mg every 5-15 min as necessary
treatment
recumbant
maintain airway and administer O2
call EMS
administer epi
