A 50-year-old male is stung by a bee and develops anaphylaxis. He is treated with IM adrenaline, IV fluids, chlorphenamine, and hydrocortisone with go...

Question

A 50-year-old male is stung by a bee and develops anaphylaxis. He is treated with IM adrenaline, IV fluids, chlorphenamine, and hydrocortisone with good response. Before discharge from hospital, what must the patient receive to reduce the risk of future life-threatening reactions?

Accepted Answer

An adrenaline auto-injector prescription, written anaphylaxis emergency action plan, referral to an allergy clinic, and education on avoidance and self-treatment

Answer

Referral to allergy clinic in 12 months

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A course of prophylactic oral steroids

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Oral antihistamines for 1 week only

Answer

No further action is needed as the reaction was successfully treated

uk-dipimc MCQ (SBA): Post-Anaphylaxis Management

A 50-year-old male is stung by a bee and develops anaphylaxis. He is treated with IM adrenaline, IV fluids, chlorphenamine, and hydrocortisone with good response. Before discharge from hospital, what must the patient receive to reduce the risk of future life-threatening reactions?