A 56-year-old man suddenly develops anaphylaxis after a bee sting. He is hypotensive, wheezy and has widespread urticaria. What is the recommended adu...

Question

A 56-year-old man suddenly develops anaphylaxis after a bee sting. He is hypotensive, wheezy and has widespread urticaria. What is the recommended adult dose and route of Adrenaline for initial treatment in the community?

Accepted Answer

500 micrograms intramuscularly into the anterolateral thigh

Answer

1 mg intravenous bolus

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100 micrograms intramuscularly into the deltoid

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500 micrograms subcutaneously into the abdomen

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5 mg nebulised solution

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Anaphylaxis

A 56-year-old man suddenly develops anaphylaxis after a bee sting. He is hypotensive, wheezy and has widespread urticaria. What is the recommended adult dose and route of Adrenaline for initial treatment in the community?