Watch the victim for increasing distress. Get medical help. Check the victim's airway, breathing and circulation. If necessary, begin rescue breathing and CPR . Calm and reassure the victim.
Anxiety aggravates all reactions.
If the victim has emergency allergy medication on hand, assist with injection of the medication. Take steps to prevent shock . Lay the victim flat, raise the feet about a foot, and cover the victim with a coat or blanket. DO NOT place the victim in this position if a head, neck, back, or leg injury is suspected or if it makes the victim uncomfortable. If the victim loses consciousness, apply first aid for unconsciousness .