Anaphylaxis First Aid

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Anaphylaxis First Aid Course Outline

This course is designed for workplace first aiders working in an environment where they may have to deal with those more susceptible to anaphylaxis.

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Course Duration
3 Hours
Course Availability
This course is available on-site.
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for workplace first aiders working in an environment where they may have to deal with those more susceptible to anaphylaxis.
Course Syllabus

The Anaphylaxis training syllabus covers:

  • Understand the role and responsibilities of the first aider
  • Assessing the situation and acting safely, effectively and promptly in an emergency
  • Dealing with an unconscious casualty
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) - age specific Legislation -
  • Record keeping and administration of medicines
  • Definition of anaphylaxis
  • Common causes of anaphylaxis
  • Recognition features of anaphylaxis
  • Treatment of anaphylaxis Auto-injector
Assessment and Qualifications

Continuous assessment by the Trainer. Successful learners will receive a certificate of attendance.

Other Relevant Information

Hospital admissions for anaphylaxis have increased significantly over the last decade. This course aims to give learners an understanding of anaphylaxis including common causes, including use of auto-injectors (EpiPen®)..

Learners are recommended to keep skills up to date by attending a refresher course.

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