About This Course

Anaphylaxis & Epipen Training

This course is suitable for any person who is involved in the administration of drugs and needs to be aware of the diagnosis and
treatment of anaphylactic reactions. We offer nation-wide coverage, delivered by experienced professional trainers.

Anaphylaxis is an extreme and severe allergic reaction. The whole body is affected, often within minutes of exposure to the allergen but
sometimes after hours.

Common causes include foods such as peanuts, tree nuts (e.g. almonds, walnuts, cashews, Brazils), sesame, fish, shellfish, dairy products
and eggs. Non-food causes include wasp or bee stings, natural latex (rubber), penicillin or any other drug or injection. In some people, exercise can trigger a severe reaction – either on its own or in combination with other factors such as food or drugs (e.g. aspirin).

generalised flushing of the skin

nettle rash (hives) anywhere on the body

sense of impending doom

swelling of throat and mouth

difficulty in swallowing or speaking

alterations in heart rate

severe asthma

abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting

sudden feeling of weakness (drop in blood pressure)

collapse and unconsciousness

Anaphylaxis and Epipen Training For those working in an environment with people who suffer from anaphylaxis in their care (taught by
experienced staff)

Accident prevention (understanding the difference between an intolerance and allergy)

Recording accidents and incidents

Planning for emergencies

Communication and casualty care

Unconscious casualty management

Resusciation Recognising and responding to:

Allergic reactions

Anaphylaxis – signs, symptom and treatment

Auto-injector – Anapen, Jextpen and Epipen

Primary Survey

Asthma

The complete course can take 2 / 2.5 hours approximately

Should you only require the administration of the epipen, and not the above subjects, the duration of the course will take approximately
1 hour.