Question

A 27-year-old man presents with anaphylaxis after a peanut exposure. He is hypotensive and in respiratory distress. According to Canadian and CPS guidance, what is the first-line treatment?

Accepted Answer

Intramuscular adrenaline 0.5 mg of 1:1000 in the mid-anterolateral thigh

Answer

Intravenous diphenhydramine

Answer

Nebulised salbutamol

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High-dose corticosteroids IV

Answer

Rapid IV fluid bolus alone

Practice question

A 27-year-old man presents with anaphylaxis after a peanut exposure. He is hypotensive and in respiratory distress. According to Canadian and CPS guidance, what is the first-line treatment?