Dermatology Emergency Response Protocol Template

I. Immediate Response Procedures

A. Anaphylaxis Management

• Administer epinephrine 0.3-0.5mg IM immediately
• Establish airway and IV access
• Monitor vital signs every 2-5 minutes
• Call emergency services (911)

B. Severe Drug Reactions

• Discontinue suspected medication immediately
• Document reaction type and severity
• Initiate DRESS/SJS/TEN protocol if applicable
• Photography and documentation of lesions

II. Emergency Equipment Requirements

A. Essential Equipment

• Emergency crash cart
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• Oxygen delivery system
• Suction equipment

B. Emergency Medications

• Epinephrine auto-injectors
• Injectable corticosteroids
• Antihistamines
• Normal saline for IV

III. Staff Roles and Responsibilities

A. Physician/Provider

• Direct emergency response
• Perform clinical assessment
• Order medications/treatments
• Coordinate with EMS

B. Clinical Staff

• Initiate vital sign monitoring
• Assist with emergency procedures
• Document interventions
• Prepare emergency equipment

IV. Documentation Requirements

A. Clinical Documentation

• Time of onset
• Vital signs
• Interventions performed
• Medications administered
• Patient response

B. Quality Assurance

• Incident report completion
• Equipment check documentation
• Staff debriefing records
• Follow-up care plan

V. Emergency Contact Information

A. Internal Contacts

• Medical Director: [Insert]
• Practice Manager: [Insert]
• On-call Provider: [Insert]

B. External Resources

• Local Emergency Department
• Poison Control
• Emergency Medical Services