Pitt Challenge 2023
Immersive Environments for Decision Making in High-Fidelity Simulations
The Fooleans.


Anaphylaxis Symptoms
Common Symptoms of Anaphylaxis
Respiratory
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Shortness of Breath
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Coughing, Wheezing
Neurological
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Convulsions
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Agitation
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change of behaviors in general​
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Cardiovascular
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Hypotension
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abnormally low blood pressure​
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Tachycardia
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abnormally fast heart rate​
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Dizziness
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Fainting
Skin

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Swelling of lips, face, or throat
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Hives
Gastrointestinal
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Nausea
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Vomiting
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Diarrhea
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Abdominal pain
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EpiPen Directions
Functionality You Will Love
01
Preparation
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Open the yellow or green cap of your EpiPen tube.
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Carefully slide the auto-injector out of the tube.
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Hold the auto-injector with the orange tip pointing downward.
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With your other hand, remove the blue safety release by pulling straight up without bending or twisting it.
03
Professional Medical Attention
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Even after the injection, you may still need further medical attention.
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If symptoms continue or reoccur, you may need to use another EpiPen
02
Administer
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Make sure the leg is firmly in place while administering an injection.
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Place the orange tip against the middle of the outer thigh perpendicular to it.
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Swing and push the auto-injector firmly until it “clicks.” The click signals that the injection has started. Hold firmly in place for 3 seconds.
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Remove the auto-injector from your thigh and massage the injection area for 10 seconds.
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