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Anaphylaxis – causes, symptoms, emergency treatment

Determine the causes and risk factors for anaphylaxis

Anaphylaxis – causes, symptoms, emergency treatment
CPD 9.5 hours accredited learning
Learning format Self-paced online, start anytime
Recognition Digital badge upon completion

Overview

This comprehensive course, "Anaphylaxis – Causes, Symptoms, Emergency Treatment," provides essential knowledge on the identification, management, and long-term care of anaphylaxis, a life-threatening allergic reaction. Ideal for healthcare professionals, the course offers evidence-based strategies for recognising triggers, administering emergency treatments, and guiding patients in post-event care. With interactive case studies, practical guidelines, and expert insights, participants will be equipped to confidently manage anaphylaxis in clinical and community settings. No prerequisites are required, making this course accessible to all practitioners dedicated to enhancing patient safety and outcomes.

What you will learn

  • Recognise key clinical features and subtypes
  • Develop practical treatment plans using topical, systemic and procedural options
  • Identify triggers, patient factors and long-term management strategies
  • Apply evidence-based approaches in everyday clinical practice

Course contents

Meet your presenter

Dr Alice Lam

Dr Alice Lam

MBChB FRACGP

General practitioner

Dr Alice Lam is a general practitioner passionate about evidence-based medicine and education for medical professionals and their patients. She has over 23 years of medical experience in Australia and overseas. Dr Lam graduated from the University of Manchester, UK and practised both as a locum and partner. Since 2008, she has worked as a GP in Melbourne, Australia. Her other interests include digital health, health writing and education for health professionals and patients.

CPD hours

Education hours3.5
Reviewing performance hours6.0
Total CPD hours9.5

Accreditations

Royal Australian College of General Practitioners

Accreditation number: 1168340

Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine

Accreditation number: 38281

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