Anaphylaxis

Question 1

What are key airway symptoms of anaphylaxis?

Answer 1

Stridor, reduced air entry (AE), wheeze, and hoarseness.

Question 2

What is a classic sign of sudden onset anaphylaxis?

Answer 2

Sudden onset airway obstruction.

Question 3

What is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis?

Answer 3

Intramuscular (IM) adrenaline injected into the anterolateral aspect of the thigh.

Question 4

What should you do if there is no response to the initial IM adrenaline in anaphylaxis?

Answer 4

Repeat the IM adrenaline dose

Question 5

What intravenous fluid and dose should be given in anaphylaxis for adults?

Answer 5

500–1000 mL crystalloid.

Question 6

What is the recommended IV fluid bolus for children with anaphylaxis?

Answer 6

10 mL/kg crystalloid.

Question 7

What is the IM adrenaline dose for patients over 12 years old?

Answer 7

500 micrograms (mcg).

Question 8

What is the IM adrenaline dose for children aged 6–12 years?

Answer 8

300 micrograms (mcg).

Question 9

What is the IM adrenaline dose for children aged 6 months to 6 years?

Answer 9

150 micrograms (mcg).

Question 10

what is the choice of fluid for anaphlaxis

Answer 10

crystalloid

Question 11

Adrenaline concentration in anaphylaxis

Answer 11

1 : 1000