Anaphylaxis

4. anaphylaxis usually begins within a few minutes after exposure to the allergen and symptoms are usually evident within ___ minutes
7. seek ___ emergency medical assistance by activating 911
11. epinephrine is the ___ line of treatment for anaphylaxis and shall be administered immediately when suspected
13. prior to and once administering a medication, you should always review the client's ___ history
15. the epinephrine dose for ___ and pediatrics weighing greater than 30kg or 8+ years old is 0.3mg (or 0.3mL)
16. anaphylaxis is characterized by ___ onset and rapid progression of symptoms

1. an order to commence ___ is not required in an emergency; the preferred initial option for administration is a non-rebreathing mask at 15 liters per minute
2. ___ signs are present in 80-90% of all patients experiencing anaphylaxis
3. monitor for continued signs/symptoms of anaphylaxis, including vital signs, and repeat epinephrine dose every ___ minutes
5. completion of the AHS Anaphylaxis Management: Intramuscular Epinephrine learning module is required ___ (for health care professionals who are authorized by their regulatory college to perform the activities & skills outlined in the Policy and/or CST Protocol)
6. provide education to the client and/or family on the importance of monitoring for up to 72 hours for a potential ___ anaphylactic reaction and steps to take (i.e. immediately calling 911)
8. notify the ___ of the anaphylaxis incident
9. the maximum doses of epinephrine you may give per policy
10. supportive actions include placing the client in a supine position with lower extremities ___, or in a position of comfort if unable
12. administer epinephrine into the ___ lateralis muscle (mid-anterior thigh
14. complete an ___, if the reaction occurred as a clinical adverse event