Anaphylaxis Flashcards

1
Q

In anyphylaxis in a <6 month old. What drug doses do you use?

A

Adrenaline 150 mcg (0.15ml 1 in 1,000)

Hydrocortisone 25mg

Chlorphenamine 250micrograms/kg

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In anaphylaxis in a 6 month to 6 year old what drug doses do we use?

A

Adrenaline 150 mcg (0.15ml 1 in 1,000)

Hydrocortisone 50 mg

Chlorphenamine 2.5mg

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In anaphylaxis in a 6-12 year old, what drug doses do you use?

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Adrenaline 300 mcg (0.3ml 1 in 1,000)

Hydrocortisone 100 mg

Chlorphenamine 5 mg

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In anaphylaxys in a child >12 years and an adult, what drug doses do you use?

A

Adrenaline 500 mcg (0.5ml 1 in 1,000)

Hydrocortisone 200 mg

Chlorphenamine 10 mg

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How often can adrenaline be repeated if necessary?

A

Every 5 minutes

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What is the best site for IM injections?

A

The anterolateral aspect of the middle third of the thigh.

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What is the dose of adrenaline in cardiac arrest?

A

10ml 1:10,000 IV or

1ml of 1:1000 IV.

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