Anaphylaxis, sepsis and shock

Question 1

In anaphylaxis, what dose of adrenaline should be given to an adult/child > 12?

Answer 1

IM adrenaline 1:1000

500mcg, 0.5ml

Question 2

In anaphylaxis, what dose of adrenaline should be given to child 6-12?

Answer 2

IM adrenaline 1:1000

300mcg, 0.3ml

Question 3

In anaphylaxis, what dose of adrenaline should be given to child under 6?

Answer 3

IM adrenaline 1:1000

150mcg, 0.15ml

Question 4

What is the definition of sepsis?

Answer 4

Life-threatening organ dysfunction caused by a dysregulated host response to infection

Question 5

How does the qSOFA tool guide management in sepsis?

Answer 5

A score >=2 (GCS<15, RR>=22, SBP=<100) indicates a high risk of poor outcomes with suspected infection so patient should be thoroughly assessed for end-organ dysfunction with a view to initiating sepsis protocol