Resuscitation Council guidelines

Right dose, first time

The incidence and prevalence of serious alergic reactions such as anaphylaxis are increasing rapidly,¹ it is therefore important to be prepared. Guidelines for the emergency treatment of anaphylaxis recommend the use of adrenaline as the first line emergency treatment.² The guidelines also advise that where possible, high-flow oxygen should be administered as soon as available after the administration of adrenaline.³

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References:

(1)     Department of Health. Parliamentary written reply, 26 March 2009. www.theyworkforyou.com/wrans/?id=2009-03-26c.266146.h Accessed July 2009

(2)     Soar J on behalf of the multidisciplinary Guideline Development Group. Clin Med 2009;9(2):181-185

(3)     Resuscitation Council UK. Emergency treatment of anaphylactic reactions guidelines for healthcare providers, January 2008; 24