Epinephrine Flashcards
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allergic reaction
type of transport for anaphylactic reaction
10-30
which substance is being released by your body during an anaphylactic shock?
histamine
what is angioedema?
swelling of tissues: tongue, skin, eyes, hands, airways, etc.
what are the main causes of allergies (categories)
food, venom, insects, medication
what are the most common medication allergies?
antibiotics (penicillin), AAS (anti-inflammatory), Iodine (intravenous contrast)
what are the most common insect allergens and what do they cause generally?
bees, wasps, ants will cause a circulatory failure
what are the most common food allergens and what do they generally cause?
peanuts, nuts, seafood, eggs, dairies, fruits, sesame seeds, wheat, soy… will cause a respiratory distress
what does histamine do on the body?
dilates blood vessels, bronchoconstriction and urticaria rash
what is anaphilaxia?
an allergic reaction where the immune system reacts in a sudden and exaggerated way when in contact with an allergic substance (allergen).
route for epi
IM
inclusions pour epi
exposition à un allergene dans les derniers 4h ou adimistration d’épi dans les derniers 7 jours (reaction biphasique)
ET (1 des 2)
1) problemes circulatoire OU détresse respiratoire
2) DEUX des 4
- urticaire (rash) et agioédeme (swelling)
- diff. respiratoire
- défaillance circulatoire
- symptomes gastro-intestinaux
exclusions pour epi
none!
dosage for epi
- 30 mg (≥25kg anaphylaxie… avec pouls)
- 50 mg (≥25 kg cardiac arrest… SANS pouls) after intubation **ONCE ONLY
- 15 mg (< 25kg anaphylaxie… avec pouls)
- 30 mg (< 25kg cardiac arrest… SANS pouls) after intubation ****ONCE ONLY
repetition of epi
q. 5 mins si l’état empire
q. 10mins si aucune améliorations et que les inclusions sont encore présents.
