Anaphylaxis and Epi-pen training course

Description

An Anaphylactic shock, or anaphylaxis, is a life-threatening, serious allergic reaction to an allergen such as food substances or insect stings and if it is not treated appropriately, it can be fatal. Therefore it is very important that the First Aider is able to recognise and differentiate between mild to moderate allergic reactions and the potentially life-threatening anaphylactic reactions immediately.

This course is designed to help and assist First Aiders to enable them to recognise, manage and treat anaphylaxis safely and effectively. The topics covered in this course are in accordance with current guidelines published by the Resuscitation Council (UK).

Duration

 3  hours

Course content

• Definition of Anaphylaxis
• Identification of triggers for Anaphylaxis
• Describe life threatening problems associated with the:

• Airway
• Breathing
• Circulation

• Exposure (Skin and mucosal changes)
• Explain the need for an early call for help
• Explain the treatment for anaphylaxis
• Removal of trigger
• Auto-injector use
• Types of Adrenaline auto injectors and their usage
• Basic Life Support including CPR Resuscitation
• AED Awareness  training
• Recovery Position

Cost

Please contact MEDISAFE TRAINING today  on   0121 769 2827 for a very competitive unbeatable quote. The course price includes handouts and e-certificates for each successful delegate.

Assessment

Assessment is ongoing by the instructor.

Certification

A HSE compliant certificate of course completion from MEDISAFE TRAINING  lasting three years will be emailed within 48 hours to the lead person subject to successful completion of the course by the delegate. 

Important Information

Please note that delegates must be at least 18 years of age and bphysically able to carry out the procedures detailed in the course outline and must attend all sessions to be eligible for assessment.

Candidates should have good English literacy and numeracy skills to understand the course and to complete the assessments.

Please also note that  ID will need to be checked at the outset of the course for candidate verification process.

• The training room should be quiet and of appropriate size.
• Staff should be off work and not expected to be on duty.
• Staff attending should remain on the course for the entire duration of the training course.