Anaphylaxis in schools & other settings

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In collaboration with patient allergy associations and allied healthcare professionals, the Canadian Society of Allergy and Clinical Immunology has developed this manual primarily for non-medical people. It consists of an updated Consensus Statement and an Appendices section. The Consensus Statement provides our recommendations for the management of anaphylaxis in the community, which are based on the most current research. While many comments refer to the school environment, key recommendations of the Emergency Protocol and many management strategies and tips would also apply to all individuals at risk of anaphylaxis. Please note that as future research emerges, this manual may be modified. The Appendices section provides resources that will help individuals at risk of anaphylaxis, educators, caregivers, and parents understand the basics of anaphylaxis. It is our hope that resources such as sample policies, best practices and tips, and the Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan for individuals will help schools, organizations, and individuals develop effective management strategies which are both medically sound and practical. There may be situations where individuals have been given recommendations that differ from those outlined in this manual. In these cases, individualized instructions for risk reduction strategies and treatment of a reaction should be provided in writing by the persons’ physicians. Parents of allergic children should discuss individualized plans with their children’s school staff and caregivers. .

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In collaboration with patient allergy associations and allied healthcare professionals, the Canadian Society of Allergy and Clinical Immunology has developed this manual primarily for non-medical people. It consists of an updated Consensus Statement and an Appendices section. The Consensus Statement provides our recommendations for the management of anaphylaxis in the community, which are based on the most current research. While many comments refer to the school environment, key recommendations of the Emergency Protocol and many management strategies and tips would also apply to all individuals at risk of anaphylaxis. Please note that as future research emerges, this manual may be modified. The Appendices section provides resources that will help individuals at risk of anaphylaxis, educators, caregivers, and parents understand the basics of anaphylaxis. It is our hope that resources such as sample policies, best practices and tips, and the Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan for individuals will help schools, organizations, and individuals develop effective management strategies which are both medically sound and practical. There may be situations where individuals have been given recommendations that differ from those outlined in this manual. In these cases, individualized instructions for risk reduction strategies and treatment of a reaction should be provided in writing by the persons’ physicians. Parents of allergic children should discuss individualized plans with their children’s school staff and caregivers. .

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Available online at: http://cdnsba.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Anaphylaxis_3rd_Edition.pdf.
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Executive Summary -- Consensus Statement -- Understanding Anaphylaxis -- Emergency Protocol -- Avoidance Strategies -- General Recommendations -- Training & Communication -- Legal Issues -- References -- Appendices -- A. About Epinephrine Auto-injectors -- B. Action Steps for Anaphylaxis Management -- C. School Anaphylaxis Plan -- D. Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan / Emergency Management of Anaphylaxis -- E. Think F.A.S.T. -- F. School Communication -- G. Avoidance Strategies for Specific Food Allergens -- H. Adolescents and Anaphylaxis -- I. Anaphylaxis in the Workplace -- J. Anaphylaxis Policies -- K. Glossary -- L. Information & Services -- M. Acknowledgements.