Question

A 26-year-old develops anaphylaxis after a peanut exposure (hypotension, wheeze, urticaria). Best immediate drug and dose?

Accepted Answer

Epinephrine 0.01 mg/kg of 1:1000 IM (max 0.5 mg) into the anterolateral thigh

Answer

Epinephrine 1 mg IV push

Answer

Diphenhydramine 50 mg IV first

Answer

Methylprednisolone 125 mg IV first

Answer

Nebulized albuterol only

Practice question

A 26-year-old develops anaphylaxis after a peanut exposure (hypotension, wheeze, urticaria). Best immediate drug and dose?