Anaphylaxis
Topic: Medical-surgical
A life-threatening systemic allergic reaction that develops within minutes of exposure to an allergen such as a food, drug, insect sting or latex. Hives, swelling of the lips and tongue, stridor, wheezing, hypotension and vomiting may occur. Intramuscular epinephrine is the first-line treatment and must not be delayed. Stop the allergen, call for help, protect the airway, position the client, and keep monitoring for a late (biphasic) reaction.
- Also known as:
- Anaphylactic shock, Anaphylactic reaction
- In Turkish:
- Anafilaksi
What does Anaphylaxis mean?
Anaphylaxis is part of the Medical-surgical topic in nursing. Students meet it in class, on clinical placements and while preparing for exams.
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