Question 1

Do children who receive adrenaline always need hospital assessment?

Aaron Griffiths · Accepted Answer

Current guidance is that any child treated for anaphylaxis with adrenaline should be observed in hospital because biphasic (rebound) reactions can occur; first aiders should therefore always call 999 and not assume that improvement means it is safe to stay on site.

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Question 2

Do children who receive adrenaline always need hospital assessment?

Aaron Griffiths · Accepted Answer

Current guidance is that any child treated for anaphylaxis with adrenaline should be observed in hospital because biphasic (rebound) reactions can occur; first aiders should therefore always call 999 and not assume that improvement means it is safe to stay on site.

Learn more about how to manage allergies and anaphylaxis in a school or educational setting

Question 3

Do children who receive adrenaline always need hospital assessment?

Aaron Griffiths · Accepted Answer

Current guidance is that any child treated for anaphylaxis with adrenaline should be observed in hospital because biphasic (rebound) reactions can occur; first aiders should therefore always call 999 and not assume that improvement means it is safe to stay on site.

Learn more about how to manage allergies and anaphylaxis in a school or educational setting

Do children who receive adrenaline always need hospital assessment?

Do children who receive adrenaline always need hospital assessment?

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