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Figure 15. Using an epinephrine pen. A, Taking off the safety cap. B, A rescuer uses
the pen.
M"/d vs Sevefi All rg1c Reactions
Definitions and Many allergic reactions are mild. Some reactions that seem mild can become
Key Facts severe within minutes.
Signs The following table shows signs of mild and severe allergic reactions:
Mild Allergic Reaction Severe Allergic Reaction
• A stuffy nose, sneezing, and itch- • Trouble breathing
ing around the eyes • Swelling of the tongue and face
• Signs of shock
• Itching of the skin
• Raised, red rash on the skin (hives)
Actions for Severe A severe allergic reaction can be life threatening. Follow these steps if you see
Allergic Reactions signs of a severe allergic reaction:
Step Action
1 Make sure the scene is safe.
2 Phone or send someone to phone your emergency response num-
ber (or 911) and get the first aid kit.
3
If the person responds and has an epinephrine pen, help him get it.
Ask him to use it.
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Figure 15. Using an epinephrine pen. A, Taking off the safety cap. B, A rescuer uses
the pen.
M"/d vs Sevefi All rg1c Reactions
Definitions and Many allergic reactions are mild. Some reactions that seem mild can become
Key Facts severe within minutes.
Signs The following table shows signs of mild and severe allergic reactions:
Mild Allergic Reaction Severe Allergic Reaction
• A stuffy nose, sneezing, and itch- • Trouble breathing
ing around the eyes • Swelling of the tongue and face
• Signs of shock
• Itching of the skin
• Raised, red rash on the skin (hives)
Actions for Severe A severe allergic reaction can be life threatening. Follow these steps if you see
Allergic Reactions signs of a severe allergic reaction:
Step Action
1 Make sure the scene is safe.
2 Phone or send someone to phone your emergency response num-
ber (or 911) and get the first aid kit.
3
If the person responds and has an epinephrine pen, help him get it.
Ask him to use it.
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