Question

A patient in anaphylaxis (hypotension, wheeze, hives) receives no prior meds. Which immediate medication and route is correct for adults?

Accepted Answer

Epinephrine 0.3-0.5 mg IM in the mid-anterolateral thigh

Answer

Epinephrine 0.5 mg IV push

Answer

Diphenhydramine 50 mg IV then epinephrine

Answer

Albuterol nebulizer first

Answer

Methylprednisolone 125 mg IV first

Practice question

A patient in anaphylaxis (hypotension, wheeze, hives) receives no prior meds. Which immediate medication and route is correct for adults?