Question

A 25-year-old with known nut allergy presents with acute onset throat swelling, wheezing, and hypotension. According to NICE guidelines, what is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis?

Accepted Answer

IM adrenaline (epinephrine) 0.5 mg (1:1000)

Answer

IV chlorphenamine

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IV hydrocortisone

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Nebulised salbutamol

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IV fluids only

Practice question

A 25-year-old with known nut allergy presents with acute onset throat swelling, wheezing, and hypotension. According to NICE guidelines, what is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis?