Allergy Tags
Every day emergency situations arise where an individual is unable to communicate with emergency responders. Time is everything when emergency responders are called to assist someone. When a patient is unable to communicate and there is no one around to provide pertinent medical information for the patient, it could cost him his life. Allergy tags or medical alert products enable emergency responders to better evaluate a situation, respond accordingly and save more lives.
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Purpose
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Medical alert products benefit not only humans, but are also useful for household pets. Allergy tags give vital information such as allergies to medications, foods and insect stings. They also provide specific medical history, such as heart conditions, diabetes and asthma. These medical alert products are also helpful for elderly people with Alzheimer's disease or other cognitive disorders.
Features
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The most prominent feature of medical identification products is the medical caduceus symbol which indicates a medical condition of some kind. A feature of certain medical identification products allows the patient to press a button, which sets off an alarm contacting Emergency Medical Services (EMS). This is set off through a medical alert company, which holds pertinent medical information regarding the patient in distress.
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Types Available
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Several types of medical identification products are available. If you like to wear jewelry, many places offer medical alert bracelets, necklaces and watches. If jewelry is not your style, there are also wallet cards, dog tags, key rings, shoe tags and sports bands. Pin-on buttons and bag tags are especially beneficial for children when at school or at camp.
Benefits
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Allergy tags prevent allergic reactions by indicating particular allergies that an individual may have. In addition, allergy tags give family and friends peace of mind should a medical emergency arise.
Anaphylaxis
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Should an allergic reaction occur, it is important to know what signs and symptoms to look for. In almost every case of anaphylaxis (allergic reaction), the patient's skin will appear with hives and itching and either a pale for flushed appearance. Some patients experience diarrhea, nausea or vomiting. A patient can also present with a weak, rapid pulse and dizziness or fainting. Breathing difficulty can also be present if the airway begins to swell around the mouth, nose and throat. Call 911 immediately with any of these symptoms.
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References
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