Anaphylaxis : a practical guide /: a practical guide. (2020)

• Record Type: Book
• Further Information: Note: Edited by Anne K. Ellis.
• Contents: Intro -- Contents -- Contributors -- 1: Introduction to Anaphylaxis Essentials -- Introduction -- Signs and Symptoms -- Diagnostic Criteria -- Epidemiology -- Pathophysiology -- Differential Diagnosis -- Investigations -- Diagnosis -- Management -- Conclusion -- References -- 2: Early Recognition of Anaphylaxis in High Risk Settings -- Fatal Anaphylaxis -- Identifying Those at Risk -- Low Health Literacy -- Teenagers -- Early Recognition of Anaphylaxis -- Location -- Hospital Setting -- Home -- Restaurants -- Schools -- Educating Those at Risk -- Conclusion -- References 3: Management of Anaphylaxis Refractory to Standard First Line Therapy -- Definition and Epidemiology -- Risk Factors -- Prevention -- Treatment -- Traditional Considerations for First-Line Agents -- Traditional Considerations for Second-Line Agents -- Intravenous Epinephrine -- Vasopressors -- Glucagon -- Potential Newer Considerations for Second-Line Treatment -- Methylene Blue -- Sugammadex -- Tranexamic Acid -- Conclusion -- References -- 4: Biphasic Anaphylaxis: Epidemiology, Predictors, and Management -- Introduction -- Epidemiology of Biphasic Anaphylaxis -- Pathophysiology Clinical Predictors -- Gaps in Anaphylaxis Management and Post-anaphylaxis Care -- Implications for Clinical Practice -- References -- 5: Exercise-Induced Anaphylaxis -- Definition -- Pathophysiology -- Clinical Presentation -- Diagnosis -- Management -- Prevention -- References -- 6: In-Office Preparedness for Anaphylaxis -- Introduction -- Emergency Kit/Cart -- Documentation of Reactions -- Specific Procedure-Associated Risks -- Ongoing Training/Education -- Introduction to Simulation for Anaphylaxis Training -- Anaphylaxis Simulation Use by Allergists/Immunologists Anaphylaxis Simulation Use by Other Specialists -- Anaphylaxis Simulation Use by EMS -- References -- 7: Masqueraders of Anaphylaxis -- Predominantly Skin Symptoms -- Urticaria -- Angioedema -- Flushing Syndromes -- Wet Flushing -- Dry Flushing -- Predominantly Respiratory Symptoms -- Asthma -- Vocal Cord Dysfunction -- Aspiration -- Collapse/Altered or Loss of Consciousness -- Transient Loss of Consciousness -- Syncope -- Seizures -- Shock -- Predominantly Gastrointestinal Symptoms -- Abdominal Migraine/Cyclical Vomiting -- Postprandial Syndromes Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES) -- Food Poisoning -- Pollen-Food Allergy Syndrome -- Postprandial Hypoglycemia -- Non-organic Conditions -- Summary -- References -- 8: Anaphylaxis Education: For Patients, Daycares, Schools, and Colleges -- Introduction -- Reactions Often Occur at School -- Risk Factors -- Triggers -- Reducing the Risk of Allergen Exposure -- Training of Staff at School -- Safety Measures in Classrooms, Lunchrooms, and Sports Fields -- Special Populations and Considerations -- Preparedness and Management of Allergic Reactions -- Treatment Barriers
• Publisher Details: Cham : Springer
• Publication Date: 2020
• Extent: 1 online resource
• Subjects: 616.975; Anaphylaxis -- Diagnosis; Anaphylaxis -- Treatment; Electronic books; Electronic books
• Languages: English
• ISBNs: 9783030432058
• Related ISBNs: 303043205X; 3030432041; 9783030432041
• Access Rights: Legal Deposit; Only available on premises controlled by the deposit library and to one user at any one time; The Legal Deposit Libraries (Non-Print Works) Regulations (UK).
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