A 35-year-old develops anaphylaxis after a bee sting: widespread urticaria, wheeze, hypotension. What is the single most important first treatment?...

Question

A 35-year-old develops anaphylaxis after a bee sting: widespread urticaria, wheeze, hypotension. What is the single most important first treatment?

Accepted Answer

IM adrenaline 500 micrograms (1:1000) to the anterolateral thigh

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IV hydrocortisone

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IV chlorphenamine

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Nebulised salbutamol

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High-flow oxygen alone

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Anaphylaxis