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[70] Anaphylaxis Flashcards

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What is anaphylaxis?

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A severe, life-threatening, generalised or systemic hypersensitivity reaction

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Is anaphylaxis common?

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No, it’s actually rare

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Why is anaphylaxis often fatal?

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Rapid onset of symptoms and laryngeal oedema

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In what age group do most cases of anaphylaxis occur?

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Under 5’s

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Why do most cases of anaphylaxis occur in under 5’s?

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This is when food allergy is most prevalent

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When do most cases of fatal anaphylaxis occur?

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In adolescents

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What is the most common cause of fatal anaphylaxis?

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Nut allergy

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What is responsible for the allergic reaction in anaphylaxis?

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Release of inflammatory mediators and cytokines from mast cells and basophils

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What are the two mechanisms that can underly anaphylaxis?

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  • Immunological mechanism

- Non-immunological mechanism

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What is the initial step in the immunological mechanism of anaphylaxis?

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IgE binds to antigens forming a complex that activates receptors on mast cells and basophils

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What happens as a result of activation of mast cell and basophil receptors?

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There is a release of inflammatory mediators

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Give an example of an inflammatory mediator involved in anaphylaxis

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Histamine

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What are the effects of the inflammatory mediators released by mast cells and basophils?

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  • Increased contraction of bronchial smooth muscle
  • Vasodilation
  • Blood vessel leakage
  • Heart muscle depression
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What does the non-immunological mechanism involve?

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Substances directly causing degranulation of mast cells and basophils

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What percentage of anaphylaxis in children is caused by food allergy?

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85%

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What are some other causes of anaphylaxis?

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  • Insect stings
  • Drugs
  • Latex
  • Exercise
  • Inhalant allergens
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Is a cause of anaphylaxis always identified?

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What are the risk factors for developing anaphylaxis?

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  • Asthma
  • Other atopic diseases
  • Higher socioeconomic status
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What can be used to assess the symptoms of anaphylaxis?

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ABCDE assessment

20
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What is seen on Airway assessment in anaphylaxis?

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  • Swelling
  • Hoarseness
  • Stridor
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What is seen on Breathing assessment in anaphylaxis?

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  • Tachypnoea
  • Wheeze
  • Cyanosis
  • SpO2 <92%
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What is seen on Cardiovascular assessment in anaphylaxis?

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  • Pale
  • Clammy
  • Hypotension
  • Drowsiness
  • Coma
23
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What is seen on assessment of Everything Else in anaphylaxis?

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Urticaria/angioedema (not always)

24
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Should anaphylaxis be acutely investigated?

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No - its a clinical diagnosis

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What investigations may be needed in the long-term management of anaphylaxis?
Allergy testing
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What are the differentials for anaphylaxis?
- Allergic reaction - Angioedema - Asthma exacerbation
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How should anaphylaxis be immediately managed?
- Adrenaline 1:1000 IM | - Changes in posture
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In what situations may posture changes help?
- Difficulty breathing - Hypotension - Unconscious
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What position may help with difficulty breathing?
Sat up
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What position may help with hypotension?
Supine with legs in the air
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What position may help with unconsciousness?
Recovery position
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How should anaphylaxis be further managed?
- Establish airway - High flow oxygen - IV fluids (20ml/kg crystalloids) - Chlorpheniramine (IM or slow IV - Hydrocortisone (IM or slow IV) - Salbutamol if wheeze
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How should a patient that has experienced anaphylaxis be monitored?
- Pulse oximetry - ECG - BP
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What should be considered when forming a long-term management plan for anaphylaxis?
- Acute management strategies | - Trigger avoidance training
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How should a long-term management plan be given?
As a written plan with instructions and adrenaline auto-injectors
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What may be effective in preventing future anaphylaxis in some cases?
Allergen immunotherapy
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What are the potential complications of anaphylaxis?
- Death
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What can cause death in anaphylaxis?
Respiratory or circulatory failure

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