A 28-year-old develops acute anaphylaxis after a peanut exposure with hypotension and wheeze. What is the first-line treatment and dose?...

Question

A 28-year-old develops acute anaphylaxis after a peanut exposure with hypotension and wheeze. What is the first-line treatment and dose?

Accepted Answer

IM epinephrine 0.3-0.5 mg of 1 mg/mL (1:1000) in the mid-outer thigh, repeat every 5-15 minutes as needed

Answer

IV diphenhydramine 50 mg

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Albuterol nebulization

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IV methylprednisolone 125 mg

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High-flow oxygen only

us-abem MCQ (SBA): Anaphylaxis