First Aid: Allergic Reactions and Auto-Injectors (EpiPens)
Learning objectives
- Recognize the difference between mild, moderate, and severe (anaphylaxis) allergic reactions.
- Describe immediate first aid responses appropriate to reaction severity.
- Apply techniques for safe epinephrine auto‑injector use when witnessing signs of anaphylaxis.
- Evaluate whether to call emergency medical services (e.g., 911) based on reaction severity and progression.
Course overview
Allergic reactions can escalate quickly, and severe reactions like anaphylaxis require fast, confident action. This course gives you the clarity to recognize when an allergic emergency is occurring and what steps to take. You will learn essential decision points and how to support someone who carries an epinephrine auto-injector.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
- 5 minutes
- Format: Video
- Tier: 2
- Course ID: 7595
English
Course Outline
- Recognizing the Emergency
- The Three Cs
- Using an Epinephrin Auto-Injector
Regulations
- 29 CFR 1910.151