A 28-year-old with anaphylaxis (wheezing, hypotension) after peanut exposure. Weight 80 kg. First-line ED treatment?...

Question

A 28-year-old with anaphylaxis (wheezing, hypotension) after peanut exposure. Weight 80 kg. First-line ED treatment?

Accepted Answer

Epinephrine 0.5 mg IM (1 mg/mL) in the mid-outer thigh, repeat q5-15 min as needed

Answer

Diphenhydramine IV

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Albuterol nebulization only

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Methylprednisolone IV then observe

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H1/H2 blockers and fluids first

us-abem MCQ (SBA): Anaphylaxis