Acute Care Flashcards
1
Q
How is anaphylaxis managed acutely?
A
A-E & call for help
Remove trigger
Sit upright to support breathing, high flow O2
IM adrenaline - 500micrograms, in anterolateral aspect of middle thigh
If no improvement, repeat adrenaline in 5 minutes & give fluid bolus
2
Q
What dose of adrenaline is given for anaphylaxis vs cardiac arrest?
A
Anaphylaxis
- 500 micrograms of 1:1000 adrenaline
- This means 0.5mL of 1mg/ml (1000mcg/ml) adrenaline
Cardiac arrest
- 1g adrenaline - 10ml of 1:10,000 adrenaline
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