Anaphylactic Airway Management — FRCA Final MCQ

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Anaphylaxis with massive tongue swelling, stridor, SpO2 88%. After IM adrenaline, airway management priority?

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Correct answer: D — Awake VL/FOI intubation attempt

Anaphylactic angioedema with stridor/desaturation: awake intubation (FOI or VL) preferred over RSI — paralysis in swollen airway risks CICO. eFONA equipment immediately available. Dual preparation (awake intubation + eFONA ready) essential.

Reference: RCUK – 2024 – Anaphylaxis; DAS – 2025 – Anticipated difficult airway