b"A C T I O NP L A NF O Rwww.allergy.org.au Anaph yl ax isName: For use with Anapen adrenaline (epinephrine) autoinjectorsDate of birth: SIGNS OF MILD TO MODERATE ALLERGIC REACTIONSwelling of lips, face, eyes Tingling mouth Hives or welts Abdominal pain, vomiting- these are signs of anaphylaxis for insect allergyPhoto ACTION FOR MILD TO MODERATE ALLERGIC REACTION For insect allergy - flick out sting if visibleFor tick allergyseek medical help orfreeze tick and let it drop off Stay with person, call for help and locate adrenaline autoinjector Give antihistamine (if prescribed) Confirmed allergens:Phone family/emergency contactMild to moderate allergic reactions (such as hivesFamily/emergency contact name(s):or swelling) may not always occur before anaphylaxis1.Chapter hapter WATCH FORANY ONE OF THE FOLLOWING SIGNS OFMobile Ph:2.ANAPHYLAXIS (SEVERE ALLERGIC REACTION) Mobile Ph: How to administer AnapenPlan prepared by doctor or nurse practitioner (np):Difficult or noisy breathingDifficulty talking or hoarse voiceThe Anapen autoinjector is not administered the same way as EpiPen. The Anapen is triggered by depressing a red button with the thumb. Swelling of tonguePersistent dizziness or collapseAs EpiPen and Anapen products have different administration techniques, only one brand should The treating doctor or np hereby authorises Swelling or tightness in throatPale and floppy (young children)be prescribed per individual and their ASCIA Action Plan for Anaphylaxis must be specific for the medications specified on this plan to be brand they have been prescribed.Wheeze or persistent coughgiven according to the plan, as consented by Adrenaline autoinjector doses recommended by ASCIA:the patient or parent/guardian.ACTION FOR ANAPHYLAXIS Whilst this plan does not expire, review is 150 mcg for children 7.5 - 20kgrecommended by DD/MM/YY 1LAY PERSON FLAT - do NOT allow them to stand or walk 300 mcg for children over 20kg and adultsIf unconscious or pregnant, place in recovery positionSigned:300 mcgor 500 mcg for children and adults over 50kg - on left side if pregnant, as shown belowDate:If breathing is difficult allow them to sit with legs outstretched How to give Anapen Hold young children flat, not upright2GIVE ADRENALINE AUTOINJECTORPULL OFF BLACK PULL OFF GREY NEEDLE SHIELD SAFETY CAP3Phone ambulance - 000 (AU) or 111 (NZ)from red button 4Phone family/emergency contact5Further adrenaline may be given if no response after 5 minutes6Transfer person to hospital for at least 4 hours of observationIF IN DOUBT GIVE ADRENALINE AUTOINJECTORPLACE NEEDLE ENDPRESS RED BUTTONCommence CPR at any time if person is unresponsive and not breathing normallyFIRMLY against outerso it clicks and hold mid-thigh at 90anglefor 10 seconds. (with or without clothing) REMOVE Anapen ALWAYS GIVE ADRENALINE AUTOINJECTOR FIRST, and then asthma reliever puffer if someone with known asthma and allergy to food, insects or medication has SUDDEN BREATHING DIFFICULTY (including wheeze, Anapen is prescribed as follows: persistent cough or hoarse voice) even if there are no skin symptoms Anapen 150 Junior for children 7.5-20kgMedical Emergencies 193Asthma reliever medication prescribed:YN Anapen 300 for children over 20kg and adults Anapen 500 for children and adults over 50kg Note: If adrenaline is accidentally injected (e.g. into a thumb) phone your local poisons information centre. Continue to follow this action plan for the person with the allergic reaction. ASCIA 2021 This plan was developed as a medical document that can only be completed and signed by the patient's doctor or nurse practitioner and cannot be altered without their permission."