P006 Anaphylaxis Treatment
Approx. 01:00
of verifiable CPD
£20.00
Anaphylaxis is a severe, life threatening condition. This article will go through the causes and likely outcomes, as well ...
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Usually defined as a transient loss of consciousness due to cerebral ischaemia caused by a reduction in blood supply to the brain. Vasodilatation causes pooling of blood in the peripheries and vagal stimulation causes slowing of the heart. This combination causes a dramatic fall in blood pressure. Inadequate cerebral perfusion (and oxygenation) results in loss of consciousness. This most commonly occurs with low blood pressure caused by vagal overactivity (a vasovagal attack, simple faint, or syncope). This in turn may follow emotional stress or pain. Some patients are more prone to this and have a history of repeated faints.
Aims
This course aims to provide learners with knowledge and understanding of the signs and symptoms of a faint. An overview of the management of a faint and alternative reasons for loss of consciousness, will be given.
Objectives
- To become aware of the signs and symptoms of a faint.
- To understand how to manage a faint.
- Outline alternative reasons for loss of consciousness.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module, you will be able to describe the signs and symptoms of a faint, describe the management of a faint and discuss alternative reasons for loss of consciousness.
