Understanding Severe Allergic Reactions

The video explains how allergic reactions occur when the immune system perceives a substance as a threat. It covers symptoms ranging from mild to severe, including anaphylactic shock, which requires immediate treatment with adrenaline. The video also provides guidance on emergency response steps, such as calling emergency services, administering medication, and monitoring the casualty's condition.

What are some mild to moderate symptoms of an allergic reaction?

• Unconsciousness

• Itching and sneezing

• Severe difficulty breathing

• Swelling of the tongue

What is the most severe type of allergic reaction?

• Itchy eyes

• Runny nose

• Anaphylactic shock

• Mild rash

How quickly can anaphylactic shock develop after exposure to an allergen?

• Within a few seconds

• Within a few days

• Within a few minutes

• Within a few hours

Which of the following is a symptom of anaphylactic shock?

• Mild itching

• Slight headache

• Severe difficulty breathing

• Mild stomach ache

What should you do if someone in your workplace has severe allergies?

• Ignore it

• Make sure you are aware of it

• Assume they have medication

• Wait for them to tell you

What is the first step to take during a severe allergic reaction?

• Call the emergency services

• Ignore the symptoms

• Give them water

• Make them walk

What should you check for if someone is having a severe allergic reaction?

• If they are tired

• If they are carrying their own medication

• If they have a fever

• If they are hungry

How should you help someone with breathing difficulty during an allergic reaction?

• Give them food

• Ignore them

• Help them sit up

• Make them lie down

What should you do if the symptoms of an allergic reaction return?

• Give them water

• Ignore the symptoms

• Wait for a few hours

• Repeat doses of epinephrine at five-minute intervals

What is the purpose of monitoring vital signs during a severe allergic reaction?

• To wait for the emergency services

• To check if they are hungry

• To ensure they are comfortable

• To assess the severity of the reaction