Allergic reaction Flashcards
1
Q
Mild allergic reaction
A
Benedryl 50mg PO/IV
Pepcid 20mg IV
2
Q
Moderate allergic reaction
A
Epi 0.3 1:1000 IM Benedryl 50mg PO/IV Albuterol 5mg Pepcid 20 mg IV NS 500ml IV Solumedrol 125mg IV OR Prednisone 60mg PO
3
Q
Refractory or peri-arrest anaphylaxis
A
0.1mg 1:10,000 IV (MAX 0.3mg)
4
Q
Mild allergic reaction symptoms
A
flushing, hives, itching, erythema w/ normal BP and perfusion
5
Q
Moderate allergic reaction symptoms
A
flushing, hives, itching, erythema w/ normal BP and perfusion
PLUS respiratory or GI symptoms
6
Q
Severe allergic reaction symptoms
A
flushing, hives, itching, erythema
PLUS respiratory or GI symptoms
PLUS hypotenion or poor perfusion OR isolated hypotension
7
Q
1/2 dose epi given to:
A
Pt hx of CAD, MI, stents, CHF, cardiac surgery
Pt take BB or Digoxin
Pt > 50y/o w/ HR>150
