A 24-year-old presents with anaphylaxis (hypotension, urticaria, wheeze). What is the first-line treatment and dose?...

Question

A 24-year-old presents with anaphylaxis (hypotension, urticaria, wheeze). What is the first-line treatment and dose?

Accepted Answer

Epinephrine 0.3-0.5 mg IM in the lateral thigh

Answer

Diphenhydramine 50 mg IV

Answer

Epinephrine 1 mg IV push

Answer

Albuterol nebulization only

Answer

Methylprednisolone 125 mg IV

us-usmle-step-2 MCQ (SBA): Anaphylaxis