Airway signs: tightening of throat and tongue swelling, narrowing of the airway, stridor (noisy breathing that occurs due to narrowed airway), hoarse voice.
Breathing signs: difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, wheezing.
Circulation signs: tingling/swelling of lips, eyes or face; pale, clammy skin; itching, rash and/or hives; feeling dizzy or faint; confusion and agitation.
Tummy pain, vomiting or diarrhoea.
Anaphylaxis is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction. The trigger can be eaten, breathed in, touch the skin, or be injected — like a sting.
Common triggers include foods (such as peanuts, tree nuts, milk, eggs, fish, shellfish and sesame), insect stings, and some medicines.
Keep them comfortable and reassure them. Lie them down. If they're having difficulty breathing, let them sit up with their legs out straight.
The call handler will guide you. Tell them where you are and say it's anaphylaxis.