Adrenaline

Question 1

Dose of adrenaline in anaphylaxis?

Answer 1

Dosage: Adults: 500 micrograms (0.5 ml) of 1:1000 adrenaline solution given by injection into the muscle (intramuscular)

Question 2

What does of adrenaline is given in cardiac arrest?

Answer 2

1mg adrenaline 1:10,000 (10ml) iv. Follow immediately with a 20 ml flush.

Question 3

What are the guidelines/ algorithm for patients who are not breathing requiring resus?

Answer 3