Immediate Management of Anaphylaxis in Community Settings – Elearning

Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction that requires immediate action. This training course provides the knowledge and skills needed to identify anaphylaxis, respond effectively, and manage the situation until emergency medical help arrives. Perfect for healthcare workers, educators, and anyone in a role where swift action is essential, this course ensures you’re equipped to handle anaphylactic emergencies confidently and effectively.

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What You'll Learn

  • Recognise the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis and differentiate them from other allergic reactions.
  • Develop the skills to administer adrenaline using auto-injectors and other appropriate methods.
  • Understand post-reaction management and the importance of seeking emergency medical support.

This course includes

Videos

Case Studies

Quizzes & Assessments

Course Content

Causes, triggers, and how it differs from other allergic reactions.

Key indicators of anaphylaxis and their progression.

Protocols for immediate action in an anaphylactic emergency.

Correct use of auto-injectors and ensuring timely administration.

Monitoring the patient and coordinating with emergency services.

Risk assessments and preventive strategies in various environments.

Why health professionals choose Health Academy for their career

very interesting enjoyed learning all about the course
Sharon Kennedy
Thanks for the useful information.
viktoriaengland67
Very clear and well written course
Michele Holland
Comprehensive course, clear and easy to understand. Good signposting
jaynesavage12

FAQs

Yes, you will be issued with a certificate on successful completion of the course

Assessment will be conducted through multiple-choice questions integrated throughout the course and at the end.

This E-learning course is designed for flexible, self-paced learning, with most participants completing it in under an hour.

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Description

Anaphylaxis is a potentially life-threatening, serious allergic reaction to an allergen. Allergens are wide and varied, the most common of these are food substances, insect stings or medications. If it is not treated appropriately, it may cause death.

This training is suitable for Registered Health Care Professionals, First Aiders and staff members working in community and child care environments. The training is in line with Resuscitation Council UK Guidelines. 

Topics included in the training:

  • Epidemiology of anaphylaxis
  • Understanding what anaphylaxis is
  • What happens in an anaphylactic reaction
  • Common causes of anaphylaxis
  • How to recognise the symptoms of a severe allergic reaction using the ABCDE approach
  • Demonstration of how to use all currently licensed adrenaline injectors, including EpiPen and Jext
  • Demonstration of administration of adrenaline from glass ampoule and injection technique
  • How to respond effectively in an emergency
  • Manage risks in school, early years and other community settings
  • Post anaphylaxis care: follow up and specialist input

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20 reviews for Immediate Management of Anaphylaxis in Community Settings – Elearning

  1. Maria Holmes

    WELL STRUCTURED, INFORMATIVE AND ALL RELEVANT

  2. Johnathan Smith

    Excellent guide, which has made me more confident on signs and treatment of anaphylaxis

  3. Sally Lovelace (verified owner)

    Concise and easy to follow.

  4. Jayshree Patel (verified owner)

    Easy to follow and understand

  5. Liz Cooper (verified owner)

    Comprehensive course, easy to understand

  6. Chris Eason (verified owner)

    Was a good refresher

  7. Tania Malan

    I really enjoyed it. Especially the unique interactive way. What I like the most is that you are to the point and don’t faff and trying to fill up the teaching.

  8. Tania Malan

    I really enjoyed it. Especially the unique interactive way. What I like the most is that you are to the point and don’t faff and trying to fill up the teaching. Very good!

  9. Georgia Bowers

    Good course, but a bit confusing at times. I would have preferred more little questions to go along to check knowledge.

  10. Ruth Rigby

    Great course! Informative – especially about use of auto pens. Some of the links have expired for the allergen page.

  11. Liz Cooper (verified owner)

    Comprehensive course, easy to understand

  12. Bernice Berry (verified owner)

    Easy to access and follow. Clear and concise information.

  13. Liz Cooper (verified owner)

    Comprehensive course, easy to understand

  14. Delia Harrop

    Excellent course. Straightforward and clear.

  15. Sarah Smith (verified owner)

    Well delivered and comprehensive.

  16. nurshazrina.jamal (verified owner)

    theres statement saying click image to get description in section trigger of anaphylaxis but when i click each image it doesnt direct me to any link, just image

    • Euan Naismith

      Hi There,
      Thanks for pointing this out. This is fixed now so you will be able to click the link.

  17. Sharon Kennedy

    very interesting enjoyed learning all about the course

  18. viktoriaengland67

    Thanks for the useful information.

  19. Michele Holland

    Very clear and well written course

  20. jaynesavage12 (verified owner)

    Comprehensive course, clear and easy to understand. Good signposting

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Learn life-saving techniques to manage anaphylaxis effectively and ensure prompt, appropriate action in emergencies.

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