A 30-year-old with suspected anaphylaxis after peanut exposure: hives, wheeze, hypotension. First-line therapy and dose?...

Question

A 30-year-old with suspected anaphylaxis after peanut exposure: hives, wheeze, hypotension. First-line therapy and dose?

Accepted Answer

Epinephrine 0.3-0.5 mg IM in lateral thigh (1 mg/mL)

Answer

Diphenhydramine 50 mg IV

Answer

Methylprednisolone 125 mg IV

Answer

Albuterol nebulizer only

Answer

IV fluids only

us-abem MCQ (SBA): Anaphylaxis