Question

A patient with severe anaphylaxis after a bee sting arrives hypotensive and wheezing. What is the correct first-line drug and dose for adults?

Accepted Answer

Epinephrine 0.3-0.5 mg IM (1 mg/mL) in the lateral thigh, repeat every 5-15 min as needed

Answer

Epinephrine 1 mg IV push (1 mg/mL) immediately

Answer

Diphenhydramine 50 mg IV then epinephrine if no response

Answer

Methylprednisolone 125 mg IV immediately

Answer

Albuterol nebuliser only

Practice question

A patient with severe anaphylaxis after a bee sting arrives hypotensive and wheezing. What is the correct first-line drug and dose for adults?