Meds to Know

Question 1

Epinephrine for mild sx of anaphylaxis (adult)

Answer 1

0.3-0.5mL 1:1000 solution IM q15min

Question 2

Epinephrine for mild sx of anaphylaxis (child)

Answer 2

0.01 mL/kg 1:1000 solution IM q15min

Question 3

Epinephrine for severe sx of anaphylaxis (adult)

Answer 3

1-5 mL 1:10,000 solution IV over 10 minutes

Question 4

Epinephrine for severe sx of anaphylaxis (child)

Answer 4

0.01 mL/kg 1:10,000 solution IV prn

Question 5

Med for refractory hypotension in patient on beta-blockers

Answer 5

Glucagon