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Treating Anaphylaxix
Research Paper Paramedic Procedures I - Fall 1996 11/3/96
In the emergency setting, anaphylaxis is a dangerous, life threatening condition
that must be treated in an aggressive and timely fashion. Anaphylaxis is a
condition related to acute allergic reactions. Following the body's exposure to
the offending allergen, there are common systemic reactions. The most serious
reactions inv ....
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.... respiratory system, the swelling of tissues along
with bronchospasm and increased mucus production are the main cause of death.
So, if untreated, anaphylaxis can be fatal as a result of the body's going into
what is essentially shock, while simultaneously (and more importantly) being
deprived of the oxygen needed to sustain life.
As of today there is one universally accepted treatment for acute anaphylaxis.
Epinephrine. Epinephrine is both an ....
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