Anaphylaxis: emergency management
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Anaphylactic reactions can vary in severity and be rapid, slow or biphasic. The main clinical features include tachycardia, hypotension, urticarial rash, wheezing and pallor. An antihistamine should be used routinely in all anaphylactic reactions.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2000
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Hypothermia management
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Risk assessment of patients' potential chances of suffering hypothermia will increase survival rates and improve care for those most likely at risk, such as the elderly and very young.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2001
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An overview of managing anaphylaxis in the community
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The management of anaphylaxis in the community and the national consensus guidelines on anaphylaxis are reported. Nurses must be able to recognize the clinical features of anaphylaxis, as it can be life-threatening, and be familiar with the initial emergency treatment.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2006
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