A 28-year-old with new anaphylaxis (hypotension, stridor) in the ED. First-line medication and dose?...

Question

A 28-year-old with new anaphylaxis (hypotension, stridor) in the ED. First-line medication and dose?

Accepted Answer

Epinephrine 0.3-0.5 mg IM (1 mg/mL) into the lateral thigh, repeat every 5-15 minutes as needed

Answer

Diphenhydramine 50 mg IV

Answer

Methylprednisolone 125 mg IV

Answer

Epinephrine 1 mg IV push

Answer

Albuterol nebulisation only

us-abem MCQ (SBA): Anaphylaxis