HOW TO ADMINISTER EPINEPHRINE

What is Epinephrine? (Epi)

Adrenaline Emergency medication Naturally occurring Dilator

Why would I use Epi?

Allergic Reaction (Anaphylaxis) Signs and Symptoms

Swelling (Face and Neck) Hives/Rash Difficulty breathing/Wheezing Itching Difficulty swallowing Shock Asthma

Who can give Epi?

Student (Self-administration) Trained personnel School nurse

How to give Epi?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EN83hen4D-Y

Step 1: Call 911 Step 2: Remove from tube Step 3: Check solution clarity and expiration

date Step 4: Remove cap (blue) Step 5: Orange tip to outer thigh Step 6: Press down for 10 sec Step 7: Save pen for emergency personnel

(there will be solution left over)

What is a typical response to Epi? Increased heart rate Heart Palpitations Nausea and Vomiting Sweating Anxiety Pale Dizziness Jittery

Where do I get the Epi?

Individual basis determined by the student’s physician On the student Stored with other school medications You will be notified by administration as to

any individual persons or needs for epinephrine

Notes

Epi/Epi Junior Do not use someone else’s pen Lasts about 20 minutes

Time to Practice

Call 911 Cannister Blue cap Orange to thigh Hold for 10 sec Save used Epi pen

Questions???