Question

A 63-year-old with suspected anaphylaxis (hypotension, wheeze, urticaria) after a bee sting. What is the first-line treatment and dose in adults?

Accepted Answer

IM epinephrine 0.3-0.5 mg of 1 mg/mL in anterolateral thigh

Answer

IV epinephrine 1 mg (1:10,000) push

Answer

Nebulized albuterol only

Answer

IV diphenhydramine 50 mg

Answer

IM methylprednisolone 125 mg

Practice question

A 63-year-old with suspected anaphylaxis (hypotension, wheeze, urticaria) after a bee sting. What is the first-line treatment and dose in adults?